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s.tung

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A mother has called 911 for medical assistance. She states that her 3-month-old has a rectal temperature of 99.7F and is not feeding. Which one of the following statements would be appropriate when talking with the mother?
 
  A) You are right, he does have a fever; have you given him any Tylenol?
  B) Fever in babies is always a concern; has he ever had a febrile seizure?
  C) Why don't we get him undressed so we can cool him down.
  D) Given his age, a temperature of 99.7oF is normal.

Question 2

Stylettes are a valuable asset when intubating a patient with:
 
  a. a short, fat neck. c. a posterior larynx.
  b. a long, thin neck. d. none of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

a



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