As an EMT working at a mountain resort, you are presented with a 50-year-old female who states that she does not feel well. From your assessment, which of these findings would seemingly indicate that the patient is being adversely affected by the high altitude?
A) Vomiting after eating large meals
B) Elevated blood glucose with no history of diabetes
C) Heart rate of 62 beats/min
D) Complaint of dyspnea on exertion
D) Complaint of dyspnea on exertion
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A) Semi-Fowler's position and direct pressure over the injury site B) Supine position and administration of water by mouth C) Oxygen therapy and rapid transport to the hospital D) Oxygen therapy and cold packs to the abdomen
What are some causes of dynamic hyperinflation? 1. Increased expiratory time 2. Increased airway resistance 3. Decreased expiratory flow rate
a. 1 and 2 only b. 1 and 3 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2, and 3
What is the best sample for urine collection?
a. any random urine sample b. a catheterized urine sample c. a clean-catch midstream urine sample d. a sample from an ostomy bag
Which test is the best indicator of blood glucose control over the previous three-month period?
A) GTT B) FBS C) 2 HPP D) HbA1c