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neverstopbelieb

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which one of the following statements describes the benefit of using the pneumatic antishock garment (PASG) to splint a potential pelvic fracture?
 
  A) It increases blood flow into both the pelvis and distal leg.
  B) In addition to the pelvis, it immobilizes the thoracic and lumbar spine.
  C) It applies even pressure to the pelvis, forcing the pelvic bones to realign.
  D) It can effectively stabilize the pelvis and may help to control internal bleeding.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a positive pressure ventilation (PPV) option available to the AEMT for assisting or providing ventilations?
 
  A) NRB
  B) CPAP
  C) BVM
  D) FROPVD


kescobar@64

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


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