You have been dispatched to a residence for an 89-year-old woman with an unspecified complaint. When assessing this patient, which one of the following will be the AEMT's first priority to develop a better understanding of the emergency?
A) Gather a medical history including allergy information.
B) Contact medical direction for advisement.
C) Determine if the complaint is medical or trauma related.
D) Obtain the patient's vital signs and current medications.
C
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A) Nasal cannula at 15 liters per minute of oxygen B) Simple face mask at 12 liters per minute of oxygen C) Nonrebreather face mask at 15 liters per minute of oxygen D) Venturi face mask set to deliver 40% oxygen
Section identifier 9 reports which of the following?
a. measurement and monitoring b. osteopathic services c. chiropractic procedures d. radiation oncology
Which of the following is the purpose of a group purchasing organization for a hospital pharmacy?
Purchase drugs from a local drug wholesaler Negotiate prices with a local drug wholesaler Negotiate prices with drug manufacturers Purchase drugs from drug manufacturers for hospitals
When direct eye contact is maintained, a level of ________ is established.
A. Responsibility B. Trust C. Caring D. Understanding