A 30-year-old patient with a history of migraine headaches has called 911 for a migraine headache. She says the headache follows her usual pattern of headaches, states the pain is a 10/10, and she is nauseated. Her vital signs are: pulse 108, respirations 18, and blood pressure 154/90 mmHg. Which one of the following is indicated in the care of this patient?

A) 81 mg aspirin by mouth
B) Providing a darkened environment
C) Emergent transport
D) Requesting orders for sublingual nitroglycerin

B

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a. Putting on non-latex gloves before examining the boys b. Washing the boys' hands and arms with hot water and soap c. Applying a topical cream such as bacitracin to the boys' hands and arms d. Using a commercial cleanser such as Oak-N-Ivy to wash the boys' hands and arms

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In a single-payer system, the primary payer usually is an insurance company

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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