A Patient Has Taken a Medication That Increases the Activity

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient has taken a medication that increases the activity of his sympathetic nervous system. Which one of the following signs and symptoms would the EMT expect to find?

• A) Decreased heart rate
• B) Dilated pupils
• C) Low blood pressure
• D) Dry and flushed skin

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