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When assessing a 3-year-old male in respiratory distress, the EMT should recognize see-saw breathing when he observes:
 
  A) alternate breathing through the nose and mouth.
  B) movement of the chest and abdomen in opposite directions.
  C) retraction of the muscles between the ribs.
  D) up-and-down motion of the head as the patient breathes.

Question 2

Which of the following terms refers to swelling of the lower extremities seen in many cardiac patients?
 
  A) Congestive heart failure B) Crackles
  C) Presacral swelling D) Pedal edema



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D



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