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jman1234

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Your patient is a 22-year-old male who has ingested a large amount of alcohol and is vomiting. He is conscious but uncooperative. He allows you to examine him but refuses transport to the hospital. You have sought assistance from law enforcement on scene. Which of the following is the BEST action?
 
  A) Obtain a witnessed refusal.
  B) Find a relative or neighbor to come over and stay with the patient.
  C) Stay with the patient until he has stopped vomiting.
  D) Contact medical control for further advice.

Question 2

When obesity complicates positioning of ECG electrodes, remember that you can place electrodes on the ___________________ ___ and ___________________ ___ instead of on the chest.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



leannegxo

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

arms, thighs



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