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frankwu

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following statements about medical emergencies in geriatric patients is NOT true?
 
  a. Dyspnea may be the only symptom with which acute myocardial infarction presents.
  b. Syncope in the elderly is rarely significant.
  c. Congestive heart failure may present with episodes of nocturnal restlessness and confusion.
  d. Occlusive strokes (thrombus formation) tend to be more common in the elderly.

Question 2

An Emergency Medical Responder's legal obligation to provide emergency care is referred to as
  a(n):
 
  A. duty to act. C. implied consent.
  B. scope of care. D. standard of care.


Chou

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

b

Answer to Question 2

A


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