You have accepted the head position on a committee that oversees ...

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You have accepted the head position on a committee that oversees the operation and maintenance of the communications system for your busy service. Which of the following mandates would you make to maximize the effectiveness and quality of the communication system?
 
  A) All radios must be sterilized daily with a hospital-grade disinfectant.
  B) Emergency generators must be placed at the base station and repeater stations.
  C) Nonrechargeable batteries are to be used to increase the life of the portable radios.
  D) Batteries must be changed out the same day each week on all mobile radios.

Question 2

You are assessing a patient complaining of shortness of breath. Which of the following questions will assist you in obtaining additional information about the patient's problem?
 
  A) Why did you wait two hours before calling 911?
  B) Have you ever had a myocardial infarction before?
  C) You are having difficulty breathing; are you also having chest pain?
  D) Did you get diaphoretic when you started having shortness of breath?

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C