It is important to distinguish between dementia and delirium in the geriatric population. Classify the following signs and symptoms into their respective categories. Dementia: (Choose 4) Delirium: (Choose 3)
As the crew is about to pull on scene, what should be the pa…
As the crew is about to pull on scene, what should be the paramedic’s greatest priority?
Which of the following statements are true regarding the NFP…
Which of the following statements are true regarding the NFPA 704 hazardous materials classification system? (Select three correct answers)
Because of the changes in the patient’s condition, what is t…
Because of the changes in the patient’s condition, what is the paramedics next step?
A patient was reported to have a sudden severe headache, vom…
A patient was reported to have a sudden severe headache, vomiting, and confusion just prior to becoming unresponsive. There is no evidence of trauma. The paramedic should suspect what condition and what vital signs. Condition (Choose 1) Vital Signs (Choose 3)
Which of the following capnographs should the paramedic expe…
Which of the following capnographs should the paramedic expect to see?
An elderly patient has a complaint of weakness, nausea, and…
An elderly patient has a complaint of weakness, nausea, and mild chest pain. The monitor shows the following rhythm and pulse, respirations are 24, and BP is 80/40. The paramedic should suspect what field impression and what is the best initial treatment? Management: (Choose 1) Impression: (Choose 1)
Which dispatch information is most concerning to the crew? (…
Which dispatch information is most concerning to the crew? (Select two correct answers)
A patient complaining of a headache states the pain is mostl…
A patient complaining of a headache states the pain is mostly on the left side, they are nauseated, and have extreme sensitivity to light. It has been going on non-stop for 2 days now. The paramedic should suspect:
Because of the changes in the patient’s condition, what is t…
Because of the changes in the patient’s condition, what is the paramedics next step?