Author Question: When assessing a patient who has been exposed to a poisonous substance, it is essential to ... (Read 37 times)

AEWBW · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

When assessing a patient who has been exposed to a poisonous substance, it is essential to recognize:

A) vomiting indicates that the poison has not yet been absorbed into the body.
B) the signs and symptoms of toxic exposure will vary depending on the specific poison.
C) the route of entry into the body will determine the signs and symptoms.
D) absorption into the body has not occurred if the signs of illness are not apparent within 15 minutes.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a common reason for ALS intervention with a chronic care patient?

A) Equipment failure
B) Desire for hospice care
C) Absence of a caregiver
D) Change in condition