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arivle123

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is the primary factor determining the effect of an electrical shock?
 
  a. Current
  b. Temperature
  c. Resistance
  d. Voltage

Question 2

Which of the following are key factors determining the extent of harm caused by an electrical current?
 
  1. Duration for which the current is applied
  2. Path the current takes through the body
  3. Amount of current flowing through the body
  4. The location the current enters the body
  a. 1 and 4 only
  b. 2 and 3 only
  c. 1, 2, and 3
  d. 1, 2, and 4 only


xthemafja

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
It is important to note that current represents the greatest danger to you or your patients when electrical shorts occur.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The harmful effects of current depend on (1) the amount of current flowing through the body, (2) the path it takes, and (3) the duration the current is applied.


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arivle123

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Reply #2 on: Jul 16, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 16, 2018
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