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cdr_15

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on: Jul 3, 2018
A young boy has an open chest wound to the left lateral area after falling off of his bike onto a metal spike in the ground. His family is present and very upset and crying. As an EMT, you recognize that in this situation, your primary focus is:
 
  A) controlling pain.
  B) maintaining oxygenation.
  C) providing emotional support.
  D) preventing potential wound infection.

Question 2

You are called for a patient with a possible appendicitis. Which of the following positions would be the MOST comfortable for patient transport?
 
  A) Fowler's
  B) Semi-Fowler's
  C) Lateral recumbent
  D) Trendelenburg


amynguyen1221

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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