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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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on: Jul 2, 2018
If the patient has a decreased level of responsiveness but appears to be breathing, what should you be most concerned about?
 
  A) Protecting the patient's airway
  B) Protecting the patient's privacy
  C) The patient's mental status
  D) The patient's past history

Question 2

After administering oral glucose to a patient with altered mental status, which one of the following BEST indicates a positive therapeutic effect or response to the medication?
 
  A) Drop in BP from 156/90 to 120/80 mmHg
  B) Mental status that is alert and oriented
  C) Absence of an allergic reaction
  D) Pulse oximeter reading of 99 percent on room air


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dawsa925

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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

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Gracias!

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