You have been called for an elderly male patient who suddenly collapsed. On scene you find an 82-year-old man lying on the garage floor. Assessment reveals him to be unresponsive and not breathing. Which one of the following should you do immediately?
A) Determine the "down time."
B) Apply the AED.
C) Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
D) Check for a carotid pulse.
D
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The doctor–patient contract is typically resolved:
A) once the patient has completed the prescribed medical treatment. B) when the patient chooses to end the doctor–patient relationship. C) when the physician writes a letter indicating the reason for termination of care. D) all of the above
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Which of the following is the most common type of medication error?
Wrong patient Wrong drug Wrong duration Underdosage
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