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Hungry!

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Obtaining a medical history may be challenging when treating an elderly patient. Which of the following techniques is helpful when interviewing an elderly patient?
 
  A) Ask simple questions, and provide ample time for answers.
  B) Write down your questions, and have the patient read them.
  C) Ask lengthy questions.
  D) Get all information from caregivers.

Question 2

Which of the following complications may arise from properly splinting an injured extremity?
 
  A) Converting a closed fracture to an open one
  B) Ignoring life-threatening problems while focusing on an extremity injury
  C) Compromising circulation to the extremity
  D) All of the above


tuwy

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

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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