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melina_rosy

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Falls result in ____ percent of all deaths in the geriatric population.
 
  a. 5
  b. 12
  c. 40
  d. 72

Question 2

You have been called to an unknown medical emergency. On scene you are presented with an 84-year-old patient who is confused and does not obey commands. Which of the following action would be most useful in determining the patient's normal mental status?
 
  a. Examine the patient's pupils.
  b. Question the patient's family members.
  c. Identify the patient's medications.
  d. Check the patient's vital signs.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b




melina_rosy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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