You Have Started an IV at the Scene of a Crime

question 6

Multiple Choice

You have started an IV at the scene of a crime and left some blood on the floor. Which of the following best describes the reason that you should notify police?

• A) They need to protect themselves against bloodborne pathogens during their investigation.
• B) It is not necessary to inform the police of this unless there is more than one victim.
• C) There may be trace evidence underneath the blood.
• D) The blood may complicate the investigation of blood-splatter evidence.

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Definitions:

Emotions

Complex psychological states that involve a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response.

Type A Personality Style

A behavior pattern characterized by aggression, competitiveness, impatience, urgency, and a strong sense of time urgency.

Cynical

Characterized by a belief that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Impatient

A feeling of restlessness and frustration resulting from being annoyed by delays, obstacles, or slow processes.