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Jkov05

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on: Jul 3, 2018
You have been dispatched to a residence for an 88-year-old female who is in and out of consciousness. The family provides you with a valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. Assessment of the patient shows her to be very confused with a low blood pressure and low oxygen level. Which one of the following would be appropriate given the situation?
 
  A) Administer supplemental oxygen.
  B) Provide transport but no additional care.
  C) Provide care only if the patient's heart stops beating.
  D) Have the patient or family member sign a refusal and clear the scene.

Question 2

The agency that regulates all nongovernmental communications in the United States is (the):
 
  a. FTC.
  b. NHTSA.
  c. FCC.
  d. DOT.


ErinKing

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

A

Answer to Question 2

c


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