The function of the saliva is to moisten and lubricate the oral cavity
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
RATIONALE: Saliva also serves to moisten food to aid in mastication and swallowing.
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A)detects the FeLV virus in the saliva B)detects the FeLV virus in the feces C)detects the FeLV virus in the blood D)must be sent out to a diagnostic laboratory
Following defibrillation with the AED, you have achieved return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) in a 42-year-old man. However, he remains unresponsive and apneic. You insert a multilumen airway device, continue ventilations, and begin immediate transport to the hospital. En route, you reassess the patient and determine that he is in cardiac arrest. You should:
A. begin CPR, tell your partner to stop the ambulance, and analyze the patient's cardiac rhythm with the AED. B. analyze the patient's rhythm with the AED, defibrillate if indicated, and tell your partner to stop the ambulance. C. tell your partner to stop the ambulance, perform CPR for 2 minutes, and analyze the patient's cardiac rhythm with the AED. D. tell your partner to continue to the hospital, perform 2 minutes of CPR, and analyze the patient's cardiac rhythm with the AED.