On scene, a 45-year-old female patient tells you that her current abdominal pain felt similar to a previous small bowel obstruction, so she called for EMS much earlier than the first episode. During your assessment, which signs or symptoms would agree with her assessment?

At a vehicle accident, what is the point of placing apparatus at an angle to the crash site?

a. to deflect vehicle traffic away from the crash site b. to resist movement of the barrier in the event of a collision c. so the apparatus will be pushed off to the side if struck behind by an oncoming vehicle d. to present the widest visual profile to oncoming traffic

Payment of bills in the medical office is referred to as ________.

A. accounts receivable B. accounts payable C. cash disbursement D. reconciliation