A patient with moderate hypothermia will have a:
a. core body temperature of 90–95°F.
b. slow pulse and/or slow respirations.
c. higher-than-normal blood pressure.
d. high risk of ventricular fibrillation.
Answer: b
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a. You have absolutely disproved the null hypothesis (that there is no difference between the population means). b. You have found the probability of the null hypothesis being true. c. You have absolutely proved your experimental hypothesis (that there is a difference between the population means). d. You can deduce the probability of the experimental hypothesis being true. e. You know, if you decided to reject the null hypothesis, the probability that you are making a wrong decision. f. None of the above.
What must occur if sinus arrest exceeds 6 seconds?
A. Medical emergency procedures must be initiated. B. A licensed practitioner must be notified. C. Oxygen must be given. D. Repeat ECGs must be done.