The primary value of a Paramedic-obtained 12-lead ECG in the field is the identification of myocardial injury and the transportation of the patient to the definitive care center.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
You might also like to view...
Which of the following is NOT one of the three divisions of laboratories from the Clinical Laboratories Improvement Amendment of 1988 (CLIA88)?
a. Easy Testing b. Simple Testing c. Intermediate-Level Testing (Level II) d. Complex Testing (Level III)
To confirm the integrity of the cylinder and that no leaks exist, the U.S. DOT requires a ________ at least every 5 years.
A. pressure regulator B. pin index safety system C. hydrostatic test D. liter flow exam
During a scene size-up, which of the following observations most strongly suggests that your adult patient is suffering from an acute respiratory emergency?
a. The patient is holding a metered-dose inhaler. b. The patient is in the tripod position. c. The patient's respiratory rate is 20. d. The patient's hands are trembling.
General hospitals provide routine care and specialized care such as emergency departments and intensive care units
Indicate whether the statement is true or false