A minute blood vessel that connects the smallest arteries to the smallest veins is called a(n) ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


capillary

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A patient with a terminal disease is unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. The family states that the patient has a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order signed by her medical doctor, but they cannot find it. The EMT should:

A) wait for family to locate the DNR. B) pronounce the patient deceased. C) have the family sign a refusal of care form. D) start cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

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What is the best way to avoid charges of sexual harassment?

a. Avoid situations where you are alone with a patient who has made advances. b. Immediately report a patient’s advances. c. Ignore patient advances. d. Both a and b

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Which pathogen is commonly found in patients who had percutaneous tracheostomies?

a. Klebsiella spp. b. Pseudomonas sp. c. Enterobacter spp. d. Candida albicans

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