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A young boy complains of pain to his fingers after spending several hours outside riding a sled in cold winter temperatures. After ensuring he has no life-threatening conditions, you turn your attention to his hands and note that the fingers are cold to the touch. Suspecting that he is suffering from early or superficial cold injury, which one of the following signs or symptoms would help confirm this suspicion?
 
  A) Skin on the fingers that is soft but numb
  B) History of being exposed to cold temperatures
  C) Swelling and blisters noted to the fingers
  D) Firm skin that is cold and numb

Question 2

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding placement of a constricting band when initiating IV access in the hand or arm?
 
  A) The constricting band should be just tight enough to impede arterial blood flow without restricting venous passage.
  B) The constricting band should be just tight enough to impede venous blood flow without restricting arterial passage.
  C) The constricting band should be placed distal to the intended site of puncture.
  D) Never leave the band in place for more than three minutes.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B



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