An example of a direct injury that may be sustained by a behavioral patient who has been TASERed would be:
A) the muscle contractions that occur as a result of the electrical impulse.
B) the damage caused by the impact of the probe.
C) the ignition of the combustible gases that are present after firing the TASER.
D) the resultant blunt force trauma caused by the fall that ensues after the electrical impulse.
Question 2
You are caring for an 18-day-old boy with inadequate respirations. What instruction would you provide to your new partner as she is ventilating him with the bag-valve mask?
A) Squeeze the bag just enough so that you get a nice rise and fall of his chest.
B) Do not be afraid to give a little extra pressure since his lungs are not fully developed.
C) Since he is so small and does not need a lot of oxygen, just give 4 breaths per minute.
D) Lets breathe for him until his heart rate gets above 60, then we can stop.
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