In which of the following situations should an EMT withhold resuscitative measures from a patient in cardiac arrest?
A) Family members request that nothing be done.
B) The EMT's religious beliefs permit withholding resuscitation, and the caregiver presents documentation of the patient's wishes.
C) The patient's caregiver presents a DNR order signed by the patient and his physician.
D) All of the above
C
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You are treating a patient who has an open wound directly over the fracture site. This is called a(n):
A) compound fracture. B) open fracture. C) laceration. D) all of the above
Why is it advantageous to use Lead II for continuous monitoring?
A) It provides the clearest hexiaxial and triaxial diagrams. B) It provides excellent views of P waves and QRS complexes. C) It is located at the most comfortable location for the patient. D) It does not require the right leg to serve as the ground.