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lindiwe

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An OEC Technician indicates that he understands the danger of heat stroke when he makes which of the following statements?
 
  a. In heat stroke, the body loses its ability to lose excess heat, causing the body's core temperature to rise.
  b. Heat stroke is not a dire emergency because the body has not lost too much fluid.
  c. Heat stroke resolves quickly with the administration of fluids and electrolytes.
  d. Heat stroke occurs when a patient's blood vessels are dilated, causing a mild state of shock.

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Which of the following patients would have the highest priority for transport?
 
  a. A 24-year-old who is intoxicated and is complaining of pain and spasms in his legs
  b. A 34-year-old who is responsive, has cool diaphoretic skin, and is complaining of nausea
  c. A 28-year-old who is responsive, has tachycardia, and has cool, moist skin
  d. A 19-year-old who is lethargic, has hot dry skin, and has tachycardia


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voltaire123

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

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d


lindiwe

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Excellent

tkempin

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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