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Patients in shock should be:
 
  A) splashed with cold water.
  B) administered blood.
  C) covered with a blanket and encouraged to lie down with their legs elevated.
  D) instructed to pinch their nose for 10 minutes.

Question 2

To reduce swelling for a patient who is suffering from a fracture of the lower extremity, the medical assistant might be asked by the physician to apply:
 
  A) heating pads.
  B) gauze.
  C) pressure.
  D) ice packs.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D



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