Your 59-year-old patient is suffering an acute myocardial infarction and is a candidate for fibrinolytic therapy. How do fibrinolytics work?
A) They cause platelets to become sticky.
B) They break down blood clots.
C) They reduce cardiac dysrhythmias.
D) They increase the blood pressure.
B
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A patient has been bitten by what appears to be a black widow spider. The bite to her left hand is dull and achy and she states that the muscles in her shoulders and back are starting to hurt. After ensuring that NO life-threatening conditions are present and administering oxygen, the AEMT should:
A) pour a vinegar solution over the bite. B) massage the muscles of the back and shoulders. C) apply hot packs to the bite. D) keep the hand below the level of the heart.