Neurons are able to generate tiny electrical currents by changing the ________ of their membranes
A) pathway B) shape C) permeability D) composition
C
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A 40-year-old man has been seriously injured in a car crash. He is unresponsive and has what you believe to be a collapsed lung. Additionally, his left leg is severely deformed and his vital signs are unstable. A passenger in the car informs you that the patient is a diabetic and has heart problems. Given this information, which one of the following is the best destination for this patient?
A) Cardiac center B) Spine injury center C) Trauma center D) Stroke center
You are transporting a patient to the hospital from a motor vehicle crash. Your patient's initial blood pressure was 88/52. You should reassess blood pressure:
A) at least every 5 minutes. B) at least every 15 minutes. C) only if the patient gets worse. D) only if the pulse rate changes.
Which of the following is CORRECT regarding the scope of practice of the AEMT?
A) The interventions are identical to the older Intermediate level. B) AEMTs are responsible for providing manual defibrillation. C) AEMTs are allowed to administer narcotic medications. D) Interventions are focused on airway, breathing and circulation.
The most common medication error involves:
A. the dosage of the drug B. the correct route of administration C. the monitoring of side effects D. not noticing drug information or warnings