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nelaaney

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You have been called to the residence of a five-day-old infant. His parents are concerned because he sleeps about 18 hours a day. They took a rectal temperature and got a reading of 100F. Which of the following is the best course of action?
 
  A) Prepare a report for the child protective agency regarding your suspicions that the parents cannot care for the child properly.
  B) Undress the infant to his diaper and sponge him with tepid water.
  C) Reassure the parents that the infant's sleep patterns and temperature are normal.
  D) Contact medical control to order acetaminophen.

Question 2

A small metal rod was shot from a metal lathe and is impaled in a man's inner thigh. Assessment indicates that there is no active bleeding from the site, but the surrounding tissues are ecchymotic. The paramedic asks you to stabilize the rod with bulky dressings. You recognize this action as important because it will:
 
  A) prevent motion of the rod and further internal injury.
  B) control any internal hemorrhage that may be occurring.
  C) prevent bacteria from entering into the body.
  D) apply pressure to the broken blood vessels in the skin.



tkempin

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A



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