What is placed directly on a wound to control bleeding and prevent further contamination?
a. bandage
b. splint
c. tourniquet
d. dressing
Answer: d. dressing
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A) CPDE B) POE C) AMD D) FDA
Your patient has an open abdominal wound with intestines protruding. You should:
A) leave them alone and transport rapidly. B) cover the organs with moist sterile dressings. C) cover the entire abdomen with a blanket. D) attempt to place the organs back into the abdomen.
What disease or illness would you suspect when confronted with a pediatric patient exhibiting respiratory distress and audible inspiratory stridor but no cough?
A) Croup B) Epiglottitis C) COPD D) Bronchiolitis
Which two interactions between x-radiation and matter may result in the production of small-angle scatter?
a. Photoelectric absorption and Compton scattering b. Coherent scattering and Compton scattering c. Photoelectric absorption and pair production d. Coherent scattering and pair production