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An OEC Technician can most accurately assess a patient's core temperature by using a(n):
 
  a. tympanic thermometer placed in the patient's ear.
  b. low-temperature rectal thermometer.
  c. oral thermometer placed in the patient's mouth.
  d. household rectal thermometer.

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Which of the following findings best indicates that a patient with cold skin is suffering from moderate hypothermia?
 
  a. Blood pressure of 112/60
  b. Respirations at 28 per minute
  c. A heart rate of 52 beats per minute
  d. A pulse oximetry reading of 95 percent


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Bison

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

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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Reply #2 on: Jul 2, 2018
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