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chandani

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on: Jul 3, 2018
The EMT is correctly assessing a patient for subcutaneous emphysema when he:
 
  A) palpates the anterior and posterior chest.
  B) listens posteriorly for breath sounds.
  C) observes the chest for abnormalities.
  D) examines the neck veins for distention.

Question 2

When assessing an adult patient with difficulty breathing, what sign or symptom would be of most concern?
 
  A) Temperature of 101.3F
  B) Blue coloration to the lips
  C) Rate between 20 and 24 breaths per minute
  D) Cyanosis to the fingernails


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coreycathey

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

A

Answer to Question 2

B


chandani

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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