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saliriagwu

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During an altercation, an intoxicated male was cut with a sharp knife. Assessment reveals a laceration, oozing dark red blood, across the right eyelid down to the right cheek. It also appears that the patient's eye was cut with the knife, reinforced by the complaint of eye pain and collection of blood in the sclera. The EMT would:
 
  A) clean the incision with sterile water and peroxide.
  B) apply direct pressure to the eyelid to control bleeding.
  C) apply cold packs to the eyelid to decrease swelling.
  D) cover the eye with a sterile dressing soaked in saline.

Question 2

A patient who has abused uppers will display which of the following signs and symptoms?
 
  A) Excessive talkativeness, dilated pupils, and dry mouth
  B) Slurred speech, constricted pupils, and frequent urination
  C) Constricted pupils, hypotension, and blurred vision
  D) Dilated pupils, excessive salivation, and food cravings



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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