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A 7-year-old child was riding a bike downhill and struck a parked car. He was thrown from the bike, impacting his head and back on the roadway. Presently, he is alert, oriented, and complaining of a headache. His airway is open and his breathing is adequate. A radial pulse is easily palpated and his skin is warm and dry. After taking manual in-line spinal immobilization, the EMT would:
 
  A) immobilize the patient to the long spine board.
  B) consider the need for supplemental oxygen.
  C) perform a rapid trauma exam and obtain vital signs.
  D) apply a cervical collar and check the mental status.

Question 2

A patient suffers an allergic reaction after taking penicillin. In this case, the penicillin would be recognized as a/an:
 
  A) IgE immunoglobulin.
  B) antigen.
  C) mast cell.
  D) antibody.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B





 

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