You have just applied the AED to a female patient in cardiac arrest and the machine is ready to analyze the heart rhythm. Which of the following instructions is appropriate at this time?
A) "Stop CPR and clear the patient."
B) "Stop chest compressions but continue ventilation."
C) "Continue CPR until we see if a shock is advised."
D) "Stop CPR but continue to check for a pulse."
A
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is an example of a health care practitioner displaying compassion for a patient?
A. A physician making rounds in a hospital asks a patient how he is doing. B. A nurse feels sorry for patient who was just diagnosed with cancer. C. A medical assistant inquires about a patient's children. D. A LPN helps an elderly person walk through the hallways. E. A physician sits down with a patient and addresses all the patient's concerns.