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You are on the scene of a male patient who threatened to take pills to end his life. In talking with the patient, he informs you that he just got a new job that requires more of his time and his wife has been giving him a hard time about it. Tonight, he had enough and just made the comment because he was mad at her. He says that although he is still upset, he doesn't plan to do anything drastic

Before taking further action, which one of the following facts about the patient should raise the EMT's suspicion that he is indeed at a higher risk for suicide? A) New job with increased stress B) Scar on the patient's neck C) New diagnosis of high blood pressure D) Unsuccessful attempt three years ago

Which of the following BEST reflects an "expanded problem-focused 1995 physical examination"?

a. Documentation of between five and seven organ systems and/or body areas that have been examined by the clinician b. Documentation of one organ system or body area that has been examined by the clinician c. Documentation of between two and four organ systems and/or body areas that have been examined by the clinician d. Documentation of eight or more organ systems OR body areas that have been examined by the clinician