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Beheh

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The EMT correctly defines a multiple-casualty incident (MCI) when he states:
 
  A) It is any event that places an excessive demand on rescue personnel and equipment.
  B) It occurs when the number of patients requiring care is greater than 10.
  C) It occurs any time the incident requires the medical director to leave the hospital and direct activities on scene.
  D) It occurs any time that five or more people are injured and require transport to different hospitals.

Question 2

You have been called to a long-term nursing care facility for a 77-year-old female patient with Parkinson's disease. According to the nursing staff, she is more confused than normal and is to be transported to the emergency department for evaluation. Since the patient neither understands nor can answer any of your questions, which one of the following signs provides the best evidence that her breathing is adequate?
 
  A) Respiratory rate of 18
  B) Pulse oximeter reading at 98
  C) Clear breath sounds
  D) Strong radial pulse


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otokexnaru

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

A

Answer to Question 2

B


Beheh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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:D TYSM

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