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JMatthes

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on: Jul 3, 2018
While assessing a patient with abdominal pain, the patient informs you that he is a chronic carrier of hepatitis B. His skin is not jaundiced (yellow colored) nor does he have a fever. As an EMT, you realize:
 
  A) the patient has the disease but is not infectious.
  B) the hepatitis B vaccine will not protect you if exposed.
  C) the patient's blood and body fluids are infectious.
  D) a mask must be placed over the patient's mouth.

Question 2

In most states, EMS providers are legally required to report suspected:
 
  A) elder abuse. B) drug use. C) falls. D) alcohol use.


juicepod

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

C

Answer to Question 2

A


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