Anytime a valve is operated, it should be done slowly to prevent a sudden surge of pressure referred to as a ____.

A football player was struck in the head and is complaining of a headache and nausea. He also states that he has pain to his upper back and tingling in his left hand. The AEMT is providing proper care for the patient when he:

A) removes the shoulder pads to apply a cervical collar. B) leaves the helmet in place but removes the face mask. C) does not place the patient on a long board due to the presence of shoulder pads. D) removes the helmet to better assess the airway and head.

Gestational diabetes affects approximately _________________% of the population

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