If you forget to sign in when attending a workshop, this can prevent you from earning the continuing education units that it offers
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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________ Aspirin, a vasoconstrictor that causes superficial blood vessels to narrow, is often added to the local anesthetic when the physician is operating on the face and head
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A diver has summoned 911 after he came to the surface and became short of breath and "itchy" all over. Additionally he complains of a headache. Assessment reveals a patent airway, adequate breathing, clear breath sounds, and the following vital signs: pulse 92, respirations 20, blood pressure 156/62, and SpO2 at 96%. Proper care of this patient should include which one of the following?
A) High-concentration oxygen and epinephrine via Epi-pen B) High-concentration oxygen through a nonrebreather face mask C) Epinephrine through an Epi-pen, and immediate transport to the hospital D) Oxygen, epinephrine through an Epi-pen, and bronchodilator from an MDI
You have been called for a patient who has overdosed on drugs and alcohol. The patient is responsive to painful stimuli and is breathing shallowly at eight times per minute, but exhibits no cyanosis. You should recognize and do which one of the following?
A) Inadequate breathing; administer oxygen at 15 lpm through a nonrebreather facemask. B) Adequate breathing; administer oxygen at 15 lpm through a nonrebreather facemask. C) Adequate breathing; initiate positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen. D) Inadequate respirations; start positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen.
You are assessing a 47-year-old woman who fell about 20 feet from a chair lift. When you palpate her pelvis you note instability, and she complains of pain. Which of the following is your primary concern for a patient who has a potential pelvic fracture?
a. Risk of infection b. Internal blood loss c. Severe pain d. Permanent deformity