You are caring for a patient who is 36 weeks pregnant. She states that she has been experiencing vaginal bleeding after intercourse, and denies any associated pain. Vital signs are: heart rate 84, respirations 18, blood pressure 102/72 mmHg, and warm, dry skin. The most likely cause of this patient’s vaginal bleeding is:

Which structure allows oxygenated maternal blood to bypass the uninflated lungs of the developing fetus?

Which of the following statements regarding child abusers is TRUE?

A 44 pound pediatric patient is showing signs of acidosis.  Which medication and dose could be given?

A 6 year old patient weighs 45 pounds.  How much adenosine should be given to the patient in SVT?

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate way to control vaginal bleeding in the prehospital setting?

A fluid bolus should be considered for a pediatric patient displaying signs of shock without cardiac compromise.  What should be given?

43. Which of the following may be used as a treatment option in an asthmatic patient?

16. A 67-year-old male is brought in by EMS after being found unconscious on the first floor of a burning building. On exam, his respiratory rate is 14 breaths/min with scattered wheezes. He has no evidence of any burns, but dark soot is caked around much of his face. Suspecting CO inhalation injury, you expect this man’s oxygen-hemoglobin curve will be:

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