What is the danger that an altered mental status can pose to a patient's breathing?

A) Loss of muscle tone and airway collapse B) Depressed alveolar function
C) Hyperoxia D) Bronchospasms


A

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All of the following are associated with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) EXCEPT __________

a. gender b. food allergies c. intestinal parasites d. toxic chemical exposure

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Which of the following questions best evaluates the "P" in the SAMPLE history?

A) "Do you take a medication called Plavix?" B) "Do you have any past medical history that might be related to this event?" C) "What is your pulse rate normally?" D) "Does anything provoke your pain?"

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In the ON position, the line switch on the control panel energizes the low- and high-voltage circuits

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following abbreviations is used on a prescription to indicate that the medication should be taken orally before meals?

PO ac PO hs PO qd PO pc

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