Assessment findings of a patient ejected from a motorcycle indicate that he has a flail chest wall segment to his right anterior chest. He exhibits labored breathing and an SpO2 at 94%. Breath sounds are clear and equal bilaterally. The segment has been stabilized, and you are prepared to start positive pressure ventilation. Given these assessment findings, what type of injury underlying the
flail segment is your primary concern?
A) Pulmonary contusion
B) Pneumothorax
C) Hemothorax
D) Rib fractures
A
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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. HIPAA requires covered entities to protect health information of their patients. 2. HIPAA allows patient information to be shared with family members of the patient with or without the patient’s consent. 3. Under HIPAA, patients are not allowed to see their medical record without a court order. 4. Under HIPAA providers must have policies and procedures in place for securing and protecting patient health information. 5. Individuals violating HIPAA rules could be fined.
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A. outcome tag B. assessment tag C. briefing tag D. triage tag
Which of the following cranial nerves innervates muscles for chewing?
A. Olfactory nerves B. Trochlear nerves C. Trigeminal nerves D. Facial nerves E. Abducens nerves