Any time there is a pulse deficit of greater than ____ bpm, it is considered significant and should be treated.

You are at the residence of an alert and oriented 87-year-old female who is very short of breath but is refusing to go to the hospital. Rather, she wants you to treat her at home and then leave when she feels better. As an EMT knowledgeable of the characteristics and behaviors of this age group, you would become suspicious that her request is based on the fact that she:

A) may have Alzheimer's dementia and has yet to be diagnosed. B) is concerned that she does not have the money to pay for the ambulance transport. C) is concerned that she may be giving up the independence of living in her home. D) does not trust those who are younger in age to take care of her.

Which of the following maternal factors is/are related to the health of the fetus and the outcomes of pregnancy? 1. Maternal age 2. Prior maternal disease 3. Maternal drug use 4. Maternal birth history

a. 1, 2, and 3 only b. 2 and 4 only c. 1, 2, 3, and 4 d. 3 and 4 only