When viewed under the microscope on a stained smear the color of Escherichia coli will appear ____________________.

An intoxicated 72-year-old male with an alcoholic history has fallen at home and has a laceration on the back of his head. He states that he does not want treatment and becomes combative when you try to talk to or assess him. What is your next best course of action?

A) Transport him against his will, but do not provide treatment B) Have him sign a refusal of care form C) Contact medical direction D) Transport him by permission of family

Patients need to understand the connection between repetitive exposure to loud noise and ________.

A. blindness B. deafness C. pain D. blood pressure