A 6 month old is being transferred from a doctor’s office to a hospital for further treatment of bronchiolitis. What treatment will be most beneficial for this baby during transport?

A 72 year old complains of blurred vision and suddenly became confused. The following vital signs are obtained: pulse 160 and irregular, respirations 36 and shallow, and blood pressure 172/96 while sitting up. Which treatment could be detrimental to this patient if done in the field?

A 5 year old is being ventilated by a mechanical ventilator at home. The family called 911 because the ventilator was alarming and the SpO2 was decreasing. The patient is pale and their heart rate is decreasing. The paramedic should

A 32 year old patient is pregnant and actively seizing. Their hands, wrists, feet, and ankles appear edematous. Which of the following would be indicated in the treatment of this patient? (CHOOSE 2)

A pediatric patient is presenting with a decreased level of consciousness and an abnormal breathing pattern. Family relays the patient has had polydipsia, polyphagia, and polyuria. Which condition most likely exists within this patient?

What is the best reason for a patient with suspected epiglottitis to have difficulty swallowing?

During a long distance transfer of a 10 year old struggling to breathe, the patient becomes quieter and seems like they are beginning to go to sleep. The paramedic should suspect that

A patient in their third trimester of pregnancy is bleeding vaginally. It is estimated that they lost about 750mL of blood. The patient denies any pain. The paramedic should suspect

During treatment of a pediatric trauma patient, the child’s heart rate suddenly and rapidly drops. What does the paramedic suspect happened to cause this precipitous change? 

Which of the following is the best indicator of an imminent delivery?