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Alainaaa8

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The EMT shows that she understands how to use an oropharyngeal airway when she states:
 
  A) Once it has been placed, the head-tilt, chin-lift is no longer needed.
  B) If it is too small, it could push the epiglottis over the opening of the trachea.
  C) It protects the patient from aspirating vomit or other secretions.
  D) I must watch the patient for vomiting or spasm of the vocal cords even with proper insertion.

Question 2

A 34-year-old female, conscious, alert, and oriented, is complaining of a three-week history of increased appetite, weight loss, weakness, insomnia, and inability to tolerate heat. She has recently been frequently agitated and prone to mood swings. Based on these signs and symptoms, which of the following best describes the additional findings you could expect?
 
  A) Hyperpigmentation of the skin and hirsutism
  B) Heart block and hypotension
  C) Enlarged tongue and cool, puffy skin
  D) Exophthalmos and goiter


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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D



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