An intoxicated patient was pulled from a pool by hotel personnel. The primary assessment reveals the patient’s airway to be open and their breathing adequate. Their radial pulse is fast but strong and they are persistently coughing. Which one of the following is considered appropriate in the care of their patient?
Match the statements to their corresponding route of exposur…
Match the statements to their corresponding route of exposure. Select each answer choice once.
You are transporting a restrained patient with a past histor…
You are transporting a restrained patient with a past history of sexual abuse and multiple behavioral problems. They are very upset with being restrained as well as going to the hospital. They inform you that they will take them to court for their actions. Consequently, you are concerned about false accusations. Which one of the following is your best protection?
A patient has been struck by lightning on a golf course and…
A patient has been struck by lightning on a golf course and is in cardiac arrest. Other golfers say that they were struck about 10 minutes ago. Which one of the following should you do immediately?
Match the following symptoms with their correct abdominal co…
Match the following symptoms with their correct abdominal condition. Select each answer choice once.
You have been called for a patient who experienced sudden le…
You have been called for a patient who experienced sudden left lower quadrant pain while lifting and moving a friend’s couch to an upstairs bedroom. You should recognize their history as suggestive of what type of abdominal injury?
Correctly trace a drop of blood flowing through the heart, s…
Correctly trace a drop of blood flowing through the heart, starting in the pulmonary artery.
A patient complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing….
A patient complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing. The patient suddenly vomits and the heart stops beating. What is the EMT’s first priority?
An adult patient is found unresponsive in their home. No bys…
An adult patient is found unresponsive in their home. No bystanders are present from which to obtain a history. The patient presents with slow, shallow respirations. Pupils are equal at 2mm and not responsive to light. Which of the following represents the most appropriate treatment plan for this patient?
While assessing a patient, the EMT notices the patient does…
While assessing a patient, the EMT notices the patient does not have a pulse even though they are alert and oriented. In addition, the EMT is unable to obtain a blood pressure. Which of the following could explain these findings?