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What organization is responsible for establishing the hospital accreditation evaluation criteria? |
The Joint Commission |
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As a minimum, how frequently should area-specific general operating instructions (OI) be reviewed? |
Every 2 years |
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What term describes an organism that causes infection and disease? |
Pathogen |
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Which infectious agents are primitive one-celled, plant-like organisms that reproduce rapidly? |
Bacteria |
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What are the 2 structural categories of fungi? |
Yeast and mold |
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What condition must be present for a virus to multiply? |
Susceptible tissue |
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Which stage of infection is the period of time between the invasion of the infectious agent into the body and the onset of symptoms of the particular disease? |
Incubation |
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What is the purpose of the standard precautions recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)? |
REDUCE the RISK of transmission of micro-organisms from BOTH recognized and unrecognized sources of infection in hospitals |
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What should you do if the clothes you are wearing at work become contaminated? |
Change into clean clothes, bag the dirty clothes and launder them in hot soapy water |
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What is one of the most common and serious complications a female may develop from gonorrhea? |
Pelvic inflammatory disease |
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How does a health care provider notify Public Health of a suspected communicable disease? |
Using the telephone or locally derived form |
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Which medical term means the absence of infection? |
Asepsis |
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Which substance is used to inhibit the growth and development of microorganisms on living tissue?
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antiseptic
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When using a mask in an isolation unit, when do you put the mask on?
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before entering and take it off before leaving |
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What is the shelf life for sterilized equipment using the event-related method?
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when package integrity is compromised
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Which is NOT a commonly used disinfecting agent?
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hydrochloric acid
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What is the temperature range of the sterilization cycle in a peracetic acid sterilizer?
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between 122-131 degrees F
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Which item may not be placed in a hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizer?
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count sheets
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What are the standard identifiers associated with the National Patient Safety Guidelines?
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patients full name and date of birth
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What are the foundations of safe and effective healthcare?
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proactive risk identification, assessment and control
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what do the very low-density lipoproteins transport?
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triglycerides that are synthesized in the liver from carbohydrates to adipose cells |
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Nursing actions that facilitate self-actualization is pertinent during which aspect of the nursing care?
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rehabilitation
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A toddler is expected to weigh four times the birth weight at how many months?
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24 months
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Which is a characteristic of late adulthood?
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muscle atrophy
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What controllable factor did Florence Nightingale link with health and the environment?
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pure water
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Which of the following is most likely to be a part of a work site wellness program? a. Blood pressure screenings. b. Assessing current fitness status. c. Establishing guidelines for disposal of contaminants. d. Providing services designed to maintain a healthy lifestyle. |
a. Blood pressure screenings.
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what is a good source of protein?
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poultry
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Clinical signs of B12 deficiency are first noted by what?
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pernicious anemia
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Pregnant women who overdose on B6 may have caused newborns to be born with what?
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seizures
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Vitamin C can be found naturally in all of the following foods except: a. citrus. b. cheese. c. broccoli. d. tomatoes. |
cheese
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A sign of vitamin A deficiency includes what?
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night blindness
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Which ailment is not treated by vitamin K?
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heparin overdose
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What percentage of the body’s weight are minerals responsible for?
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4
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Signs of sodium chloride deficiency can be seen by what?
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d. through an excessive amount of fluid loss.
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When administering potassium intravenously, you should do what?
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mix the potassium thoroughly before admininstration
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Calcium can be found in all of the following sources except: a. kale. b. pork. c. salmon. d. turnip greens. |
pork
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Which route is injectable iron administered? a. Intra muscular. b. Intra venous. c. Transdermal. d. Z-track. |
z-track
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Electrolytes that release hydrogen ions in water are called what?
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acids
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What symptoms may occur with blood pH alkalosis?
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dizzy and agitated
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Complex carbohydrates are called what?
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polysaccharides
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What organ is primarily responsible for controlling lipid metabolism?
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liver
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Amino acids are the small molecular building blocks of what?
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proteins
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Which is an accurate definition of leukocytes?
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protect against disease at the cellular level
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The life span of lymphocytes is what?
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years
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What cells do lymph nodes contain in large number to fight invading microorganisms?
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lymphocytes and macrophages
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The primary central gland of the lymphatic system is the what?
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thymus gland
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Nathan has broken out with the chickenpox for the first time. His body’s response is called a what?
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primary immune response
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During which stage of healing are immature fiber cells and capillaries formed?
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inflammation
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For many patients who suffer from severe injuries or medical conditions, their first psychological reaction is what?
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shock and disorientation
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Which signs or symptoms of nervous system impairment would you look for in an intoxicated patient?
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impaired vision, uncoordinated movement, behavioral changes
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Which fluid imbalance is characterized by dry mucous membranes, weak and rapid pulse, orthostatic hypotension, and a low central venous pressure?
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hypovolemia
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What electrolyte deficit or excess can cause dysrythmias, leading to cardiac or respiratory arrest?
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Hyperkalemia
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Which acid-base imbalance is caused by hyperventilating?
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respiratory alkalosis
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Deficiency in respirations such as slow or irregular shallow respirations can lead to an excessive accumulation of carbon dioxide in the blood which results in a condition called what?
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respiratory acidosis
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The basic purpose of infusion therapy is to do what?
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a. administer fluids into the circulatory system
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What is the best way for a medical technician to ensure the sterility of an intravenous (IV) solution?
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c. Remove protective devices yourself
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In a piggyback setup, what prevents the mixing of primary and secondary infusions?
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back-check valve
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To reduce the possibility of infection and vessel damage on patients scheduled for long-term therapy, how often should you change a patient’s intravenous (IV) site?
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every 48-72 hours
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In cubic centimeters (cc), what is the slowest possible flow rate per hour you may set for an intravenous (IV) solution?
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10-50 cc
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Which urine test is done to determine the hydration level of the patient?
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specific gravity
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What steps should you take if you identify a small object while straining urine?
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place it in a sterile cup and notify the nurse
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After obtaining a blood sample, instruct the patient to maintain pressure over the venipuncture site for how many minutes?
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2-3 minutes
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What should be done prior to operating a glucose meter?
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read the operating instructions
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In the objective information section of the paperwork, it is important to identify the patient’s: a. statement that he or she feels dizzy. b. plan to resolve a health issue. c. complaint of headache. d. pulse rate. |
pulse rate
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A proctoscopy is an inspection of the what?
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rectum
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When educating the patient with psuedofolliculitis barbae (PFB) on proper shaving methods, you should instruct the patient to avoid all of the following except shaving: a. in the opposite direction of hair growth. b. in the direction of hair growth. c. with facial skin stretched. d. with slow strokes. |
b. in the direction of hair growth
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The eye can generally see wavelengths between what?
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400 and 750 nm
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At what ages is visual acuity at its best?
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15 to 20
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When performing a pulmonary function test on a patient, according to Air Force standards, abnormal functions are present if the predicted forced expiratory volume at one second ( FEV1) or forced vital capacity (FVC) percentage is less than?
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80
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During pulmonary function testing, the minimum number of practice attempts and acceptable tracings an examinee must perform are ?
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2; 3
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Any artificial products or features which appear on an electrocardiogram tracing are called what?
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artifacts
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What term is used to describe any variance in the normal electrical rate or sequence of cardiac activities discovered on electrocardiogram tracings?
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arrythmia
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If you are performing an electrocardiogram on someone who is rated, a copy of that electrocardiogram must be sent where?
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US Air Force Central Electrocardiographic Library.
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What is another term for orthostatic hypotension?
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postural hypotension
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Notify the nurse or physician immediately if the patient’s oxygen saturation (SaO2) falls below what percent?
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97%
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When can the minor surgery procedure begin?
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after the consent form is signed
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When cutting through thick muscular skin of the back, a provider would most likely use what instrument?
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mayo scissors
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When cleaning a two inch laceration on a healthy active duty male’s right forearm, you notice some foreign material in the wound, what would be the next step?
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flush the wound
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After you have applied a topical anesthetic to a wound that requires treatment, what should you do next?
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assess sensory awareness
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How much vacuum must suction units provide when the tube is clamped?
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300 mm Hg
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When performing a crash cart check, what should you do after ensuring the defibrillator or cardiac monitor operate?
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annotate date and time on a rhythm strip
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When transmitting information about a patient over the radio, what information should not be broadcast?
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name
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In the Air Force, you can use lights and sirens on an ambulance call only when?
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when local protocol authorizes it
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The action of assessing the scene of an accident to provide valuable information to the emergency medical technician (EMT) is called what?
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scene sizeup
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When there is an apparent vehicle fire, how many feet should the ambulance be parked from the affected vehicle?
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100
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When performing an initial assessment on a patient and the patient responds by spontaneously opening his or her eyes or answers clearly, how would you assess the patient’s mental status?
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alert
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If the patient is not alert and his or her breathing is slower than eight breaths per minute, how would you provide oxygen?
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ventilations with a bag-valve-mask (BVM) and high-flow oxygen.
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As a general rule, apply a cervical collar if there is any blow above what body part?
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clavicles
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A rapid trauma assessment is performed on a patient with a significant/insignificant mechanism of injury and focuses on what?
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a significant mechanism of injury, and focuses on the area of the body where the greatest threats to the patient are
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When you ask a medical patient what may have triggered his or her pain, you are questioning about
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provocation
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While gathering a history of illness, when you ask a medical patient if the pain is constant or intermittent, what are you trying to determine?
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time
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What are your responsibilities as an emergency medical technician (EMT) at the scene of a hazmat incident?
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Caring for the injured and monitor and rehabilitating the hazmat team members.
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Which device is commonly used for patient transfers in wartime and disaster situations?
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what is wrong with the patient to determine the appropriate transfer device
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If an individual walks in to a medical treatment facility (MTF) and asks for assistance bringing in a family member, you should ask what?
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what is wrong with the patient to determine the appropriate transfer device
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If you are treating a severely injured patient with a life-threatening problem, it may be appropriate to skip the?
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detailed physical exam
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In minutes, what is the recommended interval for reassessment of an unstable patient?
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5
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Which acronym is used by emergency medical technicians (EMT) in the field to describe a possible fracture?
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painful, swollen deformity (PSD)
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Which classifications of fracture are considered more serious because greater blood loss or contamination is possible?
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open
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While working in the emergency room, a patient comes in and states that he or she has splashed a chemical in his or her eye, what should you determine first?
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if the patient is wearing contact lenses and which type
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In what anatomical location is the pacemaker lead inserted when using a temporary external pulse generator system?
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right atrium
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