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s.tung

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Which statement made by the EMT indicates an understanding of calculating the body surface area (BSA) burned?
 
  A) The BSA can be quickly estimated before evaluating the status of the airway and breathing.
  B) Determining the BSA is an estimation and should never delay transport of the burn patient to the hospital.
  C) It is important to get an accurate estimation of the BSA burned since this will affect the care provided by the EMT.
  D) It is better to underestimate the BSA of a burn patient rather than overestimate the BSA.

Question 2

Which of the following medications may be indicated in the treatment of a patient with a crush injury?
 
  A) Sodium bicarbonate
  B) Potassium chloride
  C) Lactated Ringer's
  D) Furosemide


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manuelcastillo

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

B

Answer to Question 2

A


s.tung

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

matt95

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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