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cagreen833

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Rescue workers are preparing to remove the windshield and roof from a car to extricate a patient who is trapped. Before the rescue commences, which one of the following should the AEMT do FIRST?
 
  A) Cover the patient with a heavy tarp for protection.
  B) Wet the car down with a fire hose to prevent an accidental fire.
  C) Explain to the patient what is taking place.
  D) Lock all four doors and roll up the windows.

Question 2

The AEMT understands the importance of evaluating the mechanism of injury when he states:
 
  A) The mechanism of injury is useful in determining the exact injuries the patient has sustained.
  B) The mechanism of injury can be used to guide your assessment and treatment of the patient.
  C) The mechanism of injury is a useful tool in determining if the patient's outcome will be good or bad.
  D) Evaluating the mechanism of injury is important since it determines whether emergency transport to the hospital is needed.


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swimkari

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


cagreen833

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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