Which of the following muscles allows for flexion and rotation of the spine?
A. Gastrocnemius
B. Rectus abdominis
C. Latissimus dorsi
D. Pectoralis major
Answer: B. Rectus abdominis
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A) start positive pressure ventilation. B) check the SpO2 using your pulse oximeter. C) administer oxygen through a new nasal cannula. D) place him on the stretcher for transport to the hospital.
Which of the following are standard alarms on the GE Carestation? 1. High and low minute volumes 2. High and low respiratory rates 3. High and low airway pressures 4. High and low end-tidal carbon dioxide
a. 1 and 3 c. 1, 2, and 3 b. 2 and 3 d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
In the metric system, body weight is recorded in:
A. grams B. pounds C. kilograms D. liters
When assessing a patient with multiple gunshot wounds, you should:
A. identify the number and location of all wounds. B. carefully assess the patient to predict the bullet's path. C. control the bleeding that you see and then transport. D. distinguish between entrance and exit wounds.