________ is distinguished by having reversible airway narrowing and airway hyperreactivity; and is MOST commonly characterized as an inflammatory process

Which muscle is superficial and spans the medial length of the buttock region?

a. Gluteus minimus b. Gluteus maximus c. Gluteus medius d. Tensor fascia latae

When a patient calls EMS for an apparent non-life-threatening condition, the paramedic should:

A) recall that what he or she considers to be a non-emergency may be very emergent to the patient. B) educate the patient regarding what constitutes an emergency and thus the need to call for an ambulance. C) perform a brief assessment only to rule out any life threats and then transport the patient to the hospital. D) remember that most non-emergent calls involve patients with an emotional crisis who just need to talk.