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Your 59-year-old patient is suffering an acute myocardial infarction and is a candidate for fibrinolytic therapy. How do fibrinolytics work?
 
  A) They cause platelets to become sticky.
  B) They break down blood clots.
  C) They reduce cardiac dysrhythmias.
  D) They increase the blood pressure.

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You are responding to a motor vehicle crash on the interstate. Which of the following describes the BEST way to assure you will arrive safely?
 
  A) Have your partner handle communication with the dispatch center.
  B) Do not put your lights and sirens on until you get close to the scene.
  C) Finish eating your dinner before you arrive at the accident scene.
  D) Follow another emergency vehicle when you drive through red lights.


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

B

Answer to Question 2

A


Evvie72

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Reply #2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Thank you :)


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