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karlynnae

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following conditions must OEC Technicians consider when evaluating hypotensive geriatric patients with altered mental status who show no signs of external bleeding, chest injury, or abdominal trauma?
 
  a. A hip or pelvic fracture
  b. A tib/fib fracture
  c. A genetic hypotensive condition
  d. Dehydration

Question 2

Because many elderly patients will not offer their medical history unless specifically asked to do so, OEC Technicians may have to:
 
  a. ask yes-or-no questions.
  b. ask open-ended questions.
  c. search a patient's medicine cabinet and kitchen cabinets for prescription bottles.
  d. look for past surgical scars during a secondary assessment.


Ptupou85

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

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


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