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D2AR0N

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The mammalian diving reflex:
 
  A) shunts blood to the heart and brain.
  B) results in elevation of PaCO2.
  C) shunts blood from the core to the abdominal viscera.
  D) causes involuntary apnea.

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A patient dove into a shallow pool and struck his head on the bottom. Your assessment findings indicate that he has no motor or sensation ability in his legs, but he can move his arms. The AEMT should recognize which one of the following conditions?
 
  A) Quadriplegia
  B) Hemiplegia
  C) Paraplegia
  D) Tetraplegia


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Mholman93

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

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


D2AR0N

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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