When Evaluating a Patient's Skin Color, the EMT Should

question 17

Multiple Choice

When evaluating a patient's skin color, the EMT should:

• A) observe the nail beds and/or mucous membranes inside the eyelids.
• B) examine the change in skin color when applying then releasing pressure to the nail beds.
• C) look at the skin on the upper chest and feel it for warmth.
• D) examine the skin color of the face and compare it with the color of the arms.

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