The area on the daily schedule that is set aside for emergencies is called a _____
lunch hour.
interim time.
buffer period.
static time.
buffer period.
Rationale: buffer period – A buffer period can be for anything. It is just a block of time set aside for an activity. It could be emergencies, staff meetings, or just a short period of time to catch up and get back on schedule.
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a. provide her 15 seconds of assisted ventilation. b. place a black tag on her and move on to the next patient. c. provide her 15 seconds of CPR and recheck for a radial pulse. d. apply oxygen and check her mental status.