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Pea0909berry

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on: Jul 12, 2018
Shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing is termed:
 
  A) dyspnea.
  B) cyanosis.
  C) hemoptysis.
  D) paradoxical breathing.

Question 2

Your first priority in caring for a victim with a chest injury is to:
 
  A) control bleeding if needed.
  B) remove any impaled objects.
  C) treat for shock.
  D) open the airway if needed, ensuring adequate ventilation.


juliaf

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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