Which one of the following best describes a topical hemostatic agent?
A) Rapid acting pill that promotes clotting in the body
B) Topical medication that reduces chances of infection
C) Dressing specially designed to stop bleeding
D) Liquid that stops bleeding by "gluing" the edges of a laceration together
C
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a. the Vietnam war c. the Gulf war b. World War II d. the Korean war
The therapist is about to perform endotracheal intubation of a patient who has been severely burned. The patient is in distress and agitated, causing the intubation procedure to be difficult. Someone suggests administering the depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent succinylcholine. What should be the therapist's response to this suggestion?
A. Administer the fast-acting, short-lasting succinylcholine. B. Avoid using succinylcholine because it will promote body fluid loss. C. Withhold giving succinylcholine because it may exacerbate hyperkalemia. D. Refrain from employing succinylcholine because it may cause fasciculations.