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Haya94

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following situations is occurring in the body of a person in shock?
 
  a. The cells are getting glucose and other nutrients but not oxygen.
  b. The amount of oxygen reaching the cells is adequate, but carbon dioxide is not being removed.
  c. The blood contains an adequate amount of oxygen but not enough nutrients for cells to survive.
  d. The cells are not getting enough oxygen, and waste products are accumulating.

Question 2

You approach a patient and notice a large amount of blood on the ground. The patient appears confused, pale, and diaphoretic. Which one of the following should you do first?
 
  a. Apply oxygen.
  b. Look for the source of the blood.
  c. Assess the patient's airway.
  d. Treat the patient for shock.


macmac

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

Answer: d

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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