What is the purpose of assessing the pulse on an unresponsive patient during the primary assessment?
A) Calculate the precise heart rate.
B) Decide if the breathing is adequate.
C) Determine the presence of a heartbeat.
D) Establish if the patient requires oxygen.
C
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Acute renal failure occurs when a patient loses ________ of the functioning nephrons
A) 80% B) 70% C) 60% D) 50%
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