After proper repositioning, if a patient does not recover from syncope right away the next step is to make sure the patient ____.
A. responds to touch
B. responds to sound
C. has an open airway
D. has a pulse
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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During your assessment of an unresponsive patient, the patient becomes responsive. He claims that he does not want any care and asks you to leave him alone. You should do all of the following EXCEPT:
A) express your concern for the patient's condition. B) document the refusal and have it witnessed. C) explain the risks of refusing treatment. D) advise additional resources to return to their station.
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