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brutforce

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on: Jul 3, 2018
A 79-year-old female is complaining of chest pain and a rapid heartbeat. She tells you that she had a heart attack a few years ago and that this feels exactly the same. Her blood pressure is 92/58, and she is showing signs of shock. You suspect she is experiencing:
 
  A) septic shock. B) hypovolemic shock.
  C) cardiogenic shock. D) obstructive shock.

Question 2

When the paramedics arrive on the scene, you give them an overview of the patient's information and summarize the care you provided. This is called:
 
  A) nonverbal communication. B) body language.
  C) transfer of care. D) therapeutic communication.


AmberC1996

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

C

Answer to Question 2

C


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