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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 2, 2018
You are called for a patient who passed out with no apparent cause. Bystanders report that she was only out for a few seconds. The patient has a cardiac history and diabetes. The patient reports she was reading at the library and simply fell forward. Which of the following would be the MOST likely cause of her syncope?
 
  A) Transient cardiac dysrhythmia
  B) Fright from something she read
  C) A focal motor seizure of short duration
  D) An acute neurological disorder

Question 2

Which of the following would be an example of a leading question?
 
  A) You are probably having stomach cramps, too, aren't you?
  B) Did you have anything to eat before the pain started?
  C) Have you taken anything to relieve the pain?
  D) Does your chest hurt when you cough?


jsm54321

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

A

Answer to Question 2

A


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