Commonly Accepted Abbreviations In The Denver Metro Protocols

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in this quiz you will find COMMONLY ACCEPTED ABBREVIATIONS from the Denver metro protocols, or are they?

Commonly Accepted Abbreviations In The Denver Metro Protocols - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    LLQ is the term for lower left quadrant?

    • Yes it is

    • No its not

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes it is
    Explanation
    The answer is "Yes it is" because LLQ does indeed stand for lower left quadrant. This term is commonly used in various fields such as medicine and anatomy to refer to the lower left section of a specific area or organ.

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  • 3. 

    Is this a true medical abbreviation ? DOA = dead on arrival

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes
    Explanation
    dead on arrival

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  • 4. 

    >   Means

    • Greater than

    • Less than

    Correct Answer
    A. Greater than
    Explanation
    The term "greater than" is used to compare two values and determine if the first value is larger than the second value. In this context, "greater than" indicates that the first value is larger than the second value.

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  • 5. 

    FB Means?

    • First Born

    • Fetal Birth

    • Foreign Body

    Correct Answer
    A. Foreign Body
    Explanation
    FB
    foreign body

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  • 6. 

    Is this abbreviation in the Protocols? POV privately owned vehicle

    • I think so

    • I think not

    Correct Answer
    A. I think so
    Explanation
    The abbreviation "POV" stands for "privately owned vehicle." The person answering the question believes that this abbreviation is included in the Protocols.

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  • 7. 

    What does this symbol mean? Ψ

    • every

    • Psychiatric

    • Rule out

    Correct Answer
    A. Psychiatric
    Explanation
    The symbol Ψ is the Greek letter psi, which is commonly used as a symbol for psychology or psychiatry. In this context, it represents the field of psychiatry and is often used as a shorthand or abbreviation for psychiatric.

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  • 8. 

    What does this mean. ♀

    • Male

    • Female

    Correct Answer
    A. Female
    Explanation
    This symbol ♀ is commonly used to represent the female gender. It is often used in biology, sociology, and other fields to indicate or refer to females. In contrast, the symbol ♂ is used to represent the male gender. Therefore, the correct answer is "female."

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  • 9. 

    Is this abbreciation in the Protocols? wc wheelchair

    • I think so

    • I think not

    Correct Answer
    A. I think so
    Explanation
    The given abbreviation "wc" is commonly used to refer to a wheelchair. The answer "I think so" implies that the abbreviation is indeed found in the Protocols.

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  • 10. 

    If the Medic tells you to KVO the IV,  You will then,

    • Open it all the way

    • Let a small amount drip

    • Shut it off

    Correct Answer
    A. Let a small amount drip
    Explanation
    When the Medic tells you to KVO the IV, it means to keep the vein open at a very slow rate. By letting a small amount drip, the IV is kept open and there is a slow infusion of fluids or medication into the patient's bloodstream. This allows for a continuous flow of fluids while avoiding excessive fluid administration.

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  • 11. 

    In the protocols, The term PE means,

    • Physical examination

    • Pulmonary edema

    • Pulmonary embolus

    • Can be all of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Can be all of the above
    Explanation
    The term "PE" can refer to different medical conditions depending on the context. In protocols, it can stand for "physical examination," which involves a thorough assessment of a patient's body to identify any abnormalities or signs of illness. Additionally, "PE" can also represent "pulmonary edema," a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs, leading to breathing difficulties. Lastly, "PE" can stand for "pulmonary embolus," which refers to a blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries, usually caused by a blood clot. Therefore, in the given question, the correct answer is that "PE" can be all of the above.

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  • 12. 

    The term TLC means?

    • Tender loving care

    • Total lung capacity

    • Both are correct

    Correct Answer
    A. Both are correct
    Explanation
    The term TLC can have two meanings. Firstly, it can stand for "tender loving care," which refers to showing affection, kindness, and empathy towards someone. Secondly, TLC can also stand for "total lung capacity," which is the maximum amount of air the lungs can hold. Both interpretations of TLC are correct, depending on the context in which it is used.

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  • 13. 

     Is this abbreviation in the Protocols? DOS dead on-scene

    • I think so

    • I think not

    Correct Answer
    A. I think so
    Explanation
    The abbreviation "DOS" is commonly used in the field of computer science and stands for "Disk Operating System." It refers to an operating system that manages the storage and retrieval of data on a computer's hard disk. This abbreviation is indeed found in the protocols of computer systems and is widely recognized in the industry.

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  • 14. 

    The term OJ found in the Protocols Means?

    • Orange juice

    • Ortho joint

    Correct Answer
    A. Orange juice
    Explanation
    The term "OJ" found in the Protocols refers to orange juice.

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  • 15. 

    DCAPBTLS,  is an approved Denver Metro Protocol abbreviation?

    • I think so

    • I think not

    Correct Answer
    A. I think not
    Explanation
    The question asks whether "DCAPBTLS" is an approved Denver Metro Protocol abbreviation. The answer "I think not" suggests that the person believes that "DCAPBTLS" is not an approved abbreviation. However, without any further information or context, it is not possible to provide a definitive explanation for why the person thinks this way.

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