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melina_rosy

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A 64-year-old male presents with a blood pressure of 210/132 mmHg. What patient statement would you recognize as most concerning and most likely associated with the elevated blood pressure?
 
  A) My ears are continually ringing.
  B) I feel very thirsty right now.
  C) My hair has become very brittle.
  D) I have this bruising on my arms and legs.

Question 2

Your best protection when a patient refuses care or transport is to:
 
  A) inform the patient's family physician of what happened.
  B) have your partner sign the refusal form as a witness.
  C) contact the patient at a later time to see how he is doing.
  D) completely and thoroughly document the incident.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D





 

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