What is the appropriate treatment regimen for a suspected tension pneumothorax?
A) Intubation, stabilization of the chest wall with dressings, manage shock
B) Oxygen, IV fluids wide open, cardiac monitor, meds for dysrhythmias
C) IV fluids to increase output, cardiac monitor, pericardiocentesis
D) Ventilation, needle decompression, IV fluids to manage hypotension
D
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When using an AED, which of the following people is responsible for calling to "clear" the patient before delivering a shock?
A) EMT supervising bystanders B) EMT operating the defibrillator C) EMT doing chest compressions D) EMT managing the airway
All of the following are criteria for using indices except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Ease of use B) Quick to perform C) Must have validity D) Has sensitivity E) Measures multiple items
Select the appropriate HCPCS code for the following item
Cervical head halter
Sam Sink, a 14 year old, is being seen today because of pain and swelling in his left ankle. He is known to have a congenital left ankle joint deformity. It has been determined that surgery cannot be completed until he is 16 years old to correct this deformity. The patient was instructed to treat the pain with Advil and to ice the area. Which of the following would be the first-listed diagnosis?
A) ankle pain B) deformity of joint C) either could be first-listed diagnosis D) swelling