Your neighbor tells you that he is concerned about his 70-year-old wife. She is at home recovering from a heart attack that occurred about 3 weeks ago. He explains that over the last few days her ankles and lower legs have been gradually swelling and are painful to touch. Today she seems to be a little short of breath. You recommend that your neighbor seek immediate medical attention because these findings are suggestive of:
a. congestive heart failure.
b. tension pneumothorax.
c. an acute myocardial infarction.
d. pericarditis.
Question 2
When performing cardiac compressions on a 12-year-old child, you would:
a. administer cycles of 30 chest compressions followed by two breaths.
b. compress the chest about 1 inch.
c. recheck the pulse every four cycles.
d. place the heel of your hand on the upper section of the sternum.
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