An Emergency Medical Responder is sent on a call for a patient who complains of chest con-
gestion and a cough that brings up sputum. The patient also has a fever, feels weak, and com-
plains of pain in the chest. Based on this information, what seems to be the most likely
problem?
A. Emphysema C. Pneumonia
B. Pulmonary edema D. Chronic bronchitis
C
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A) The oxygen will cause the patient to start vomiting again. B) The patient may go unresponsive. C) The patient cannot clear any additional emesis. D) The patient may hyperventilate.
Which of the following calcium channel blockers needs to be protected from light?
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