You suspect that a trauma patient is suffering from a hemothorax to the left lung. Which of the following assessment findings would reinforce your suspicion?
a. Neck vein distention and absent breath sounds in the right lung
b. Cyanosis and a blood pressure of 210/100
c. Bradycardia and hypertension
d. Respiratory distress and the signs and symptoms of shock
Answer: d
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You respond to a domestic dispute, where a middle-aged male was stabbed in the chest by his wife. Your assessment reveals that the patient is pulseless and apneic. The knife is impaled in the center of his chest. You should:
A. turn the patient onto his side, stabilize the knife, and begin CPR. B. carefully remove the knife, control the bleeding, and perform CPR. C. stabilize the knife with bulky dressing, initiate CPR, and transport. D. leave the knife in place, control the bleeding, and initiate CPR.
A Luer lock system is designed to: (Choose all that apply.)A) make attaching needle to syringe easy by slipping them together.B) lock the safety device over the needle to prevent injury.C) prevent the needle from slipping off the syringe.D) twist a needle and syringe tightly together.
What will be an ideal response?