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leilurhhh

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Your first priority in managing a patient with a behavioral emergency is:
 
  a. determining if the patient is a threat to himself or herself.
  b. providing the patient high-concentration oxygen.
  c. ensuring your own personal safety.
  d. assessing and managing the patient's airway.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about behavioral emergencies is false?
 
  a. The person acts in a way that is not tolerable to those around them.
  b. The person requires physical restraint before care can be given.
  c. The person is often a danger to themselves or others.
  d. An injury to the brain can cause a behavioral emergency.



otokexnaru

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b



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