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ashley

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The placenta is BEST defined as:
 
  A) the sac that is filled with amniotic fluid that surrounds and protects the baby.
  B) the muscular organ also known as the uterus or womb.
  C) a special organ where oxygen and nourishment pass between the mother and fetus.
  D) none of the above.

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In cases of extreme hypothermia, you will find the patient unconscious, with no discernible vital signs, and skin cold to your touch with stiff joints as if they appear dead. What is the emergency care for these patients?
 
  A) Assess the carotid pulse for 30 to 45 seconds; if there is no pulse, start CPR immediately and prepare to apply the AED.
  B) Check distal CSM, apply warming packs to the extremities, and transport the patient.
  C) Call the coroner as indications are the patient is cold and deceased, which is a definitive sign of death.
  D) Contact medical control for input into the best treatment for this patient.


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Jossy

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

C

Answer to Question 2

A


ashley

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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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