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Themember4

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Immediately after assisting a diabetic patient with her nitroglycerin, she states that she feels weak, dizzy, and nauseated. Which of the following should the EMT do next?
 
  A) Position her in an upright position.
  B) Inform her that this is normal.
  C) Determine her blood glucose level.
  D) Check her blood pressure.

Question 2

A paramedic performs an intervention on a patient that is contrary to current practices. The patient suffers an injury as a result of that intervention. This is an example of:
 
  A) malfeasance.
  B) misfeasance.
  C) nonfeasance.
  D) antifeasance.


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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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