The greatest danger to the pregnant woman and her fetus involved in trauma is which of the following?
A) Hemorrhagic shock B) Neurogenic shock
C) Supine hypotensive shock D) Distributive shock
A
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Which of the following is NOT true of The Joint Commission?
A) Evaluates and accredits almost 15,000 healthcare organization and programs. B) Establishes and enforces standards improving quality and safety of care provided by healthcare organizations. C) Evaluates and accredits hospitals, hospice facilities, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and rehabilitation centers. D) Registers and regulates pharmacy facilities, pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians.
A 71-year-old male with a cardiac history and lower abdominal and back pain has called 911 for help. On scene, you detect a large pulsatile mass in his abdomen. With the exception of skin that is diaphoretic, the primary assessment indicates no life threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation. He has a history of hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and is allergic to sulfa-based
medications. Vital signs are pulse 92, respirations 20, blood pressure 130/66, and SpO2 95% on room air. What action would make you intervene immediately? A) "Since I am not having chest pain, I am not going to take my nitroglycerin." B) "I am going to check my blood sugar with my own glucometer." C) "I am going to leave my home oxygen on 2 liters since it seems to have helped my breathing." D) "I am going to take my daily aspirin since I did not take it this morning."
Why is it difficult to find trained healthcare technology professionals?
What will be an ideal response?
The Paramedic should record vital signs, including temperature, at ____-minute intervals during transfer.
A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 30