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waynest

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Special problems that may be encountered in geriatric patients may include:
 
  a. increased susceptibility to general deterioration as a result of illness.
  b. depressed pain and temperature-regulating mechanisms.
  c. increased susceptibility to confusion and depression.
  d. all of the above.

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A newborn is listless and has a heart rate of 50 beats per minute after 30 seconds of stimulation. You should FIRST:
 
  A) initiate positive pressure ventilation.
  B) begin chest compressions.
  C) obtain IV access.
  D) apply the AED.


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TINA

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

d

Answer to Question 2

A


waynest

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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