The EMT should request advanced life support (ALS) backup for a patient in cardiac arrest because:
A) paramedics must be present in order for the EMT to use the AED.
B) cardiac arrest patients must be transported by ALS personnel.
C) ALS care is superior to basic life support care, even with the AED.
D) ALS treatment decreases the possibility of the patient going back into cardiac arrest once successful defibrillation has occurred.
Question 2
All jurisdictions require the use of lights and sirens when responding to emergency calls.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Patient conditions not appropriate for elctronic blood pressure measurement
A physical therapist exercising the patient’s leg in a physical therapy department.
Leaning against a table with a pillow for support.