To reduce swelling for a patient who is suffering from a fracture of the lower extremity, the medical assistant might be asked by the physician to apply:

A) heating pads.
B) gauze.
C) pressure.
D) ice packs.

D

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This hormone is secreted by the hypothalamus when blood pressure decreases or ionic concentration increases; it results in increased reabsorption of water in the nephron

A) aldosterone B) atrial natriuretic peptide C) antidiuretic hormone D) adrenaline

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You are on the scene of a shooting. Your assessment reveals a 23-year-old man who has been shot twice. The first wound is to the left lower quadrant of the abdomen and is actively bleeding. The second wound is to the left lateral chest and makes a sucking sound every time the patient takes a breath. The initial action of the AEMT should be which one of the following?

A) Place direct pressure over the abdominal gunshot wound. B) Place the patient on high-flow oxygen with a nonrebreather fire mask. C) Obtain a sterile dressing and cover the chest wound. D) Cover the chest wound with a gloved hand.

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