When assessing a geriatric patient for pneumonia, the EMT must remember that:
A) a cough with bloody sputum is typically observed.
B) hypotension is commonly associated with the infection.
C) a normal body temperature may be observed.
D) chest pain and chills are almost always present.
C
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A reference tool that should be placed in every emergency vehicle for use when responding to a possible "hazmat" incident is:
A) The Emergency Response Guidebook. B) The Physician's Desk Reference. C) The Merck Manual. D) List of chemicals processed by local industry.
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Master lists are a good way to keep track of filing alphanumeric codes, but the lists must be:
a. typewritten. b. updated immediately. c. updated monthly. d. printed.
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