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asmith134

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The EMT recognizes the cause of heart failure as:
 
  A) inadequate ejection of blood.
  B) poor gas exchange in the lungs.
  C) fluid accumulation within the lung tissue.
  D) backup of fluid in the lower extremities.

Question 2

Which of the following is indicated in the prehospital management of a prolapsed umbilical cord?
 
  A) Encourage the mother to push forcefully in order to speed delivery.
  B) Immediately clamp the cord in two places and cut it between the clamps.
  C) Place the mother in a head-down position with pillows under her hips.
  D) Use your gloved hand to push the umbilical cord back up through the cervix.


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sailorcrescent

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

A

Answer to Question 2

C


asmith134

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Gracias!

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Excellent

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