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colton

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A 71-year-old female patient is lying in bed and complaining of respiratory distress. She exhibits moderate dyspnea, crackles in both lungs, and edema to the abdomen and lower extremities. Supplemental oxygen is being provided to the patient by Emergency Medical Responders. Her vital signs are: pulse 132, respirations 18, blood pressure 138/86, and SpO2 at 95. Which one of the following would be the most benefit to the patient?
 
  A) Administer four baby aspirin.
  B) Elevate both legs to decrease swelling.
  C) Obtain a medical history.
  D) Position the patient upright.

Question 2

In most systems, 911 callers are first routed to the ________, which then sends the call to ________.
 
  A) EMS-C; PSAP
  B) PSAP; base station
  C) EMD; PAAP
  D) PSAP; EMD
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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

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