EMT REview

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Normal respiration rate for an adult is

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12-20

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The landing zone for a helicopter is

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100 x 100

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When approaching a helicopter, always move from the _______________ of the aircraft.

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front or side

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Body heat is lost most through the head and neck.

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the head and neck

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When treating a hypothermic patient, all of the following treatments may be included except:
- give the patient warm liquids at a slow rate
- remove all of the patient's wet clothing
- provide treatment for shock and give oxygen
- all of these would be done

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all of these would be done

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Directly or indirectly, most cardiovascular emergencies are caused by all of the following EXCEPT: changes in the inner walls of arteries, complications resulting from cardiovascular surgery, problems with the heart's mechanical function, problems with the heart's electrical function.

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complications resulting from cardiovascular surgery

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What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?

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condition in which excessive fluids build up in the lungs and/or other organs

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The single most important factor in determining survival from cardiac arrest is: early compressions, administering nitroglycerin, early breaths, early defibrillation

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early defibrillation

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Normal pulse rate for an adult is:

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60-100

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When determining the quality of the patient's pulse, you will assess the

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rate and rhythm