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mckennatimberlake

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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the physical exam of an older adult?
 
  A) Stand next to the elderly patient's side and speak loudly so she can hear you.
  B) Speak overly slowly so the patient can understand you better.
  C) The elderly patient is easily fatigued, so ask necessary questions quickly.
  D) The physical exam may be hampered by the many layers of clothing.

Question 2

You are at the scene of a cardiac arrest patient where the crew is experiencing difficulty establishing an intravenous line. The patient, however, is intubated. Standing orders exist that authorize the administration of epinephrine 1 mg. Which of the following BEST describes your actions?
 
  a. Do not administer the epinephrine until an IV is established.
  b. Administer the medication subcutaneously, but double the dosage.
  c. Give 1 mg epinephrine down the endotracheal tube.
  d. Give 2.0 mg epinephrine down the endotracheal tube.



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mbcrismon

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

d
Rationale: a. Epinephrine can be administered endotracheally.
b. Epinephrine can be administered endotracheally.
c. You should give 22.5 times the normal dose of epinephrine if utilizing the endotracheal route.
d. Correct.




mckennatimberlake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


billybob123

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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