Calcium tungstate or barium strontium sulfate will fluoresce and emit energy in the form of green light when they absorb x-rays

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

False. Rare earth phosphors [lanthanum (La) and gadolinium (Gd)] will fluoresce and emit energy in the form of green light when they absorb x-rays.

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A patient tells you she is feeling weak and she has a history of low iron. This is a concern for the AEMT because iron is needed:

A) for formation of white blood cells to fight infection. B) for oxygen transport and energy capture. C) to assist in formation of blood clots. D) to maintain an adequate blood pressure.

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Which of the following vital signs values are MOST consistent with neurogenic shock?

A) Blood pressure, 120/70; pulse, 70; respirations, 14 B) Blood pressure, 160/100; pulse, 40; respirations, 8 C) Blood pressure, 80/60; pulse, 50; respirations, 24 D) Blood pressure, 70/40; pulse, 120; respirations, 26

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