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colton

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On scene you assisted a patient with his epinephrine auto-injector after he was stung multiple times by bees. You are now transporting him to the first aid room. As you reassess him, which of the following signs best indicates that the epinephrine is benefiting him?
 
  a. Increasing heart rate
  b. Decreasing mental status
  c. Decreasing wheezing
  d. Decreasing blood pressure

Question 2

Which of the following statements indicates that the speaker understands allergic reactions and anaphylaxis?
 
  a. An allergic reaction only occurs when the patient ingests or inhales an allergen; anaphylaxis occurs when the allergen is injected.
  b. Allergic reactions are caused by pollen and food; anaphylactic reactions are caused by venoms and medications.
  c. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that will lead to death without emergency care.
  d. Anaphylaxis describes a severe allergic reaction that occurs the first time a person is exposed to an allergen.


k.lashomb

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

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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