Which of the following can increase the potential for organ injury in blunt trauma in the elderly?

A) Decreased bone density
B) Decreased sensitivity to pain
C) Decreased circulation to the organs
D) Decreased amount of adipose tissue

Answer: D

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You are attempting to increase your cardiovascular endurance in an effort to better perform your job as an EMT. Which of the following would be most appropriate in working toward this goal?

A) Increasing sleep to 8 to 10 hours a day B) Weight lifting with attention to the upper body C) Walking on a treadmill 3 to 4 times a week D) Stretching exercises every 4 hours while awake

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In _____, the Joint Commission required operational linkages between risk management and quality assurance

1969 1989 1999 1979

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