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dakota nelson

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following actions of the paramedic may lead to decubitus ulcer development in the elderly patient?
 
  A) Failing to pad the backboard for a patient in need of spinal immobilization
  B) Allowing the patient to remain in the same position during an extended transport time
  C) Failing to remove wet or soiled clothing of the incontinent patient
  D) All of the above

Question 2

The EMT shows she understands the importance and reason for forming a general impression when she states:
 
  A) The general impression permits a rapid diagnosis of the patient's problem.
  B) Forming a general impression allows me to fully assess the emergency situation.
  C) The general impression enables me to rule out any life-threatening conditions.
  D) Forming a general impression provides me with a rough idea of the patient's overall status.


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rnehls

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

D

Answer to Question 2

D


dakota nelson

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

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Gracias!

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