AlligationUse alligation to determine the parts of each strength of the components needed in each equation. A physician ordered sodium chloride 500 mL, 0.45% liquid solution. The pharmacy technician makes this solution from 23.4% sodium chloride and sterile water. How many mL of each will be needed?

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the forms of shock?

A) Hypovolemic shock causes widespread vasodilation. B) They have the same end result despite differing mechanisms. C) Carbon monoxide increases the cells affinity for oxygen. D) Cardiogenic shock increases cardiac stroke volume.

While triaging patients at the scene of a motor-vehicle crash, you encounter a 5-year-old child who is unresponsive and apneic. After positioning his airway, you should:

A. deliver 5 rescue breaths. B. palpate for a carotid pulse. C. categorize him as deceased. D. categorize him as immediate.