When performing the primary assessment, which of the following signs or symptoms best suggests that the patient is in shock?

A) Skin that is cool and diaphoretic
B) Radial pulse of 72 beats per minute
C) Bloody shirt from external bleeding
D) Pain at the site of injury

A

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The baby boom that occurred from 1946 to 1964 caused which of the following healthcare trends? 

A. decrease in ambulatory care B. emphasis on preventive care C. increase in aging population D. advancing technology E. use of electronic health records

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To qualify for incentive payments in 2011, EPs were asked to demonstrate meaningful use for ________.

A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. 180 days

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