When writing a press release, the inverted pyramid style of writing:
a. will save the best for last and allow the reader to anticipate the real reason for the release.
b. places the most important information at the beginning of the release.
c. is never used when writing a news release.
d. is not a true style of writing.
Question 2Media staging areas:
a. should be at least three blocks from an incident.
b. must allow for a three minute response time for the media.
c. are located near the operations.
d. should include space for media live tucks, including satellite vehicles.
Question 3You are attending to an intoxicated patient who is very disoriented, uncoordinated, and complaining of severe nausea. Which of the following is MOST correct regarding the use of promethazine (Phernegan)?
a. Promethazine should be given in reduced dosages in a patient who is under the influence of CNS depressants.
b. When using promethazine in a patient who has been drinking, it should only be given intramuscularly to avoid absorption that would be too rapid.
c. Promethazine is the drug of choice when a patient is experiencing severe nausea and will allow the patient to protect their own airway.
d. Promethazine should not be given if a patient has used a large amount of any CNS depressant.
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