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tichca

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on: Jul 3, 2018
You have been called to a local dialysis center for a patient with a bleeding fistula on her right upper arm. Despite all care at the center, the site continues to bleed. Your best choice in the care of the patient would be:
 
  A) to apply a constricting band above the fistula.
  B) to place a pressure dressing over the fistula.
  C) lowering the arm for and during transport.
  D) to allow site the bleed to wash bacteria from the fistula.

Question 2

Assessment of a patient's skin color reveals a bluish discoloration. As a knowledgeable EMT, you should identify:
 
  A) pallor caused by a decrease in blood flow to the tissues.
  B) cyanosis caused by inadequate oxygenation of the tissues.
  C) pallor caused by a decrease in body temperature.
  D) jaundice caused by an increase in blood flow to the extremities.


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britb2u

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


tichca

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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