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Destiiny22

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following is true concerning the procedure for inserting a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?
 
  A) It can only be placed in the right nostril.
  B) The length of the device is not as important as it is with oropharyngeal airways.
  C) The bevel should be turned toward the nasal septum.
  D) If a water-soluble lubricant is not available, a silicon spray can be substituted.

Question 2

Which of the following statements concerning heart attacks and cardiac arrest is NOT true?
 
  A) Some patients who have heart attacks live active and healthy lifestyles.
  B) Many patients may mistake their symptoms for other causes such as indigestion.
  C) The most common initial rhythm in sudden cardiac death is asystole.
  D) Heart attacks present differently among women and men.


josephsuarez

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

C

Answer to Question 2

C


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