Assessment of a patient's skin color reveals a bluish discoloration. As a knowledgeable EMT, you should identify:
A) pallor caused by a decrease in blood flow to the tissues.
B) cyanosis caused by inadequate oxygenation of the tissues.
C) pallor caused by a decrease in body temperature.
D) jaundice caused by an increase in blood flow to the extremities.
B
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a. Fissures b. Polyps c. Hemorrhoids d. Diverticuli
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Which is TRUE about the rest-and-digest response?
A) It results in increased heart rate and blood pressure. B) It slows down digestion. C) It decreases heart rate and blood pressure. D) It is a function of the sympathetic nervous system.
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