The various chemical processes that permit the body to grow, reproduce, maintain and repair itself is called:

A 4-year-old female is having great difficulty breathing. She is responsive to verbal stimuli and has an open airway. Her respiratory rate is 40 breaths per minute, and she has an SpO2 reading of 88% while receiving high-concentration oxygen through a pediatric nonrebreather mask. Her pulse is rapid, and her skin cool to the touch. As a knowledgeable EMT, you would recognize what condition?

A) Respiratory distress B) Cardiopulmonary arrest C) Respiratory arrest D) Respiratory failure

If you make a mistake, it is best to:

a. admit the mistake, which will lead to trusting relationships. b. fix the mistake and move on with your work. c. point out the mistake to your supervisor, but don't admit to making the mistake. d. ask a co-worker to take the fall for the mistake so you won't get into trouble.