Sick building syndrome (SBS) and building related illness (BRI) are similar but BRI is distinct in that it is:
a. always caused by VOCs
b. specifically linked to an indoor contaminant
c. caused by psychosocial factors
d. nontreatable
b
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A 57 year old patient has fallen 20 feet while setting up holiday light on his roof. He impacted the ground feet first and has suffered open fractures to both tibias, with both bones protruding through the skin. You assessment reveals him to be responsive to painful stimuli. His airway is open, his breathing is rapid, and his radial pulse is weak. His skin is cool and diaphoretic. Vital signs are: pulse 132, respirations 24, and BP 106/90. According to family he has no medical history. Your partner is providing positive pressure ventilation. At this point in the patient's care it is a priority for you to:
A. Look for other injuries. B. Notify the hospital. C. COver the patient with a blanket. D. Immobilize the fracture.
When a physician orders additional tests and follow-up visits to confirm a diagnosis or treatment, this kind of medicine is known as ________.
A. Contributory negligence B. Malpractice C. Advanced directives D. Defensive medicine