An action or inaction by a paramedic that causes or worsens damages suffered by a patient is called the ________ of the damages

A) precipitating agent
B) potential agent
C) primary cause
D) proximate cause

D

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Which one of the following statements shows that an EMT understands field care of a patient with a possible joint dislocation?

A) "If a joint injury is suspected, ice packs and not splints are indicated." B) "The care for a patient with a joint injury is identical to that of a fracture." C) "If a distal pulse is absent, three attempts to straighten the joint can be made." D) "Warm packs, not cold packs, are indicated for a patient with a possible joint injury."

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A check that is not considered negotiable but can be converted into a negotiable instrument or cash is a

A) warrant. B) note. C) voucher. D) limited check.

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