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maychende

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A 56-year-old man is breathing 20 times per minute and has a weak radial pulse. He is confused but able to follow commands. According to the START triage system, how should this patient be categorized?
 
  A) Minor
  B) Delayed
  C) Immediate
  D) Urgent

Question 2

For the EMT, which of the following is the most important question to ask of a diabetic patient or his family members?
 
  A) What kind of insulin do you take?
  B) Do you have a family history of diabetes?
  C) Do you have a fruity taste in your mouth?
  D) When was the last time you had something to eat?


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mcabuhat

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


maychende

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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