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Which of the following statements about the assessment of an elderly patient is NOT true?
 
  a. Poorly functioning heating devices may create problems.
  b. Curvature of the spine makes it easy to position the patient's head.
  c. Properly fitted false teeth can stay in place for artificial ventilation.
  d. A patient's lack of self-care should be noted.

Question 2

After the primary assessment of an unresponsive medical patient with stable vital signs, which of the following is the position in which the patient should be placed?
 
  A) Supine
  B) Lateral recumbent
  C) Semi-Fowler's
  D) Prone



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

B



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