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krzymel

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on: Jul 3, 2018
You cannot locate a radial pulse on a 54-year-old male who is alert, confused, and breathing adequately. Which of the following should you do immediately?
 
  A) Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  B) Attach the automated external defibrillator (AED).
  C) Start positive pressure ventilation.
  D) Check for the carotid pulse.

Question 2

Which one of the immunizations should the EMT receive annually?
 
  A) Purified protein derivative
  B) Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine
  C) Hepatitis-B vaccine
  D) Influenza vaccine


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

D

Answer to Question 2

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krzymel

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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