What is a buffer? In general terms, how does a buffer function?
What will be an ideal response?
A buffer solution maintains a constant pH. It does this by neutralizing any small amounts of acid or base that are added to it.
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You have been dispatched to an 89-year-old female with an unspecified complaint. When assessing this patient, which one of the following will the OEC Technician do as quickly as possible to develop a better understanding of the emergency?
a. Obtain the patient's vital signs and current medications. b. Gather a medical history, including information on allergies. c. Contact medical direction for advice. d. Determine if the complaint is medical (NOI) or trauma related (MOI).
Differentiate between the best interest and substituted judgment proxy standards and give examples of which types of cases would be suitable for each standard