The EMT arrives on a scene where multiple patients are presenting with signs of hypoperfusion. Which patients are most likely compensating or decompensating? Move each of the patient presentations to the correct classification. Select three for each category.
The EMT is assessing a patient with congestive heart failure…
The EMT is assessing a patient with congestive heart failure and hears rales/crackles. Based on this pathophysiology, for which one of the following pulmonary complications should the EMT treat the patient?
An intoxicated patient was pulled from a pool by hotel perso…
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?