When evaluating capillary refill time in a pediatric patient, the EMT must remember that:
A) it is considered very reliable.
B) it should be less than 5 seconds.
C) it is not a good test of perfusion.
D) it is not affected by environmental conditions.
A
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A) increased mineralocorticoid secretion from the adrenal glands. B) potassium retention and sodium excretion. C) fluid retention, potassium excretion, and sodium retention. D) decreased mineralocorticoid secretion with increased sodium and potassium excretion.
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