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You are caring for a young male patient who has overdosed on an unknown medication and has a decreased level of consciousness. When positioning the patient on the stretcher, what instructions will you give to the Emergency Medical Responders?
 
  A) When you put him on the stretcher, elevate his head and chest.
  B) He will need to be positioned flat on his back when on the stretcher.
  C) Place him in a supine position and then carefully elevate his feet.
  D) When you move him to the stretcher, put him on his left side.

Question 2

An infant who can be characterized by regularity of body functions, low or moderate intensity of reactions, and acceptance of new situations is called a(n) ___________________ _____________ ___________________ _____________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

easy child



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