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joblessjake

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In planning for a response to an attack by a weapon of mass destruction involving an incendiary device, the EMT should be prepared to handle what types of injuries?
 
  A) Fractures
  B) Infection
  C) Burns
  D) Blast injuries

Question 2

You are by the side of an alert and oriented 56-year-old male patient complaining of generalized weakness and a pounding headache. His pulse is 104, respirations 18, and blood pressure 218/110 mmHg. He has a history of high blood pressure for which he takes lisinopril. He states that he has not taken the lisinopril for two weeks and hands you a container with the medication inside. You would:
 
  A) assist the patient in taking the lisinopril.
  B) ensure that it is the patient's medication and then administer it.
  C) contact medical direction to request an order for the lisinopril.
  D) continue treatment and transport to the hospital.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D



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