The main disadvantage of the LMA is that it:

A) does not provide protection against aspiration.
B) spontaneously dislodges in the majority of patients.
C) is associated with significant upper airway swelling.
D) is technically more difficult to perform than intubation.


Answer: A) does not provide protection against aspiration.

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You have arrived at a residence where a 4-month-old baby was found in his crib in cardiac arrest. Emergency Medical Responders have been on scene for 5 minutes prior to arrival. They began CPR immediately on reaching the patient's side. You have an AED with adult pads with you, but not pediatric pads. After rechecking and confirming that the patient is in cardiac arrest, you would:

A) Continue CPR and transfer the patient to the stretcher for transport B) Place the AED on the patient and follow all prompts C) Continue CPR for 2 more minutes before placing the AED on the patient D) Discuss with the parents whether they want to proceed with use of the AED

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When a patient is scheduled for an appointment, but would like an earlier appointment, you would add them to the_______.

A. Recalllist B. WaitList C. WillCall D. Task sheet

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Select the appropriate CPT code for the following information

Preoperative and postoperative diagnosis: Mediastinal tumor Procedure: Excision of mediastinal tumor

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