The hepatic artery delivers blood to the:
A) liver
B) heart
C) legs and lower trunk
D) arms
Answer: A
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You are transporting a conscious middle-aged woman who fell from a second-story balcony while watering her plants. Full spinal motion restriction precautions have been implemented, supplemental oxygen is being administered, and an IV line of normal saline is in place. With a 15-minute estimated time of arrival at the hospital, the patient's mental status markedly decreases and her respirations become shallow and are making a gurgling sound. Your FIRST action should be to:
A) immediately suction her oropharynx. B) perform immediate endotracheal intubation. C) insert a nasal airway and assist ventilations. D) contact the receiving facility to update them.
Your general impression of a 50-year-old man with acute abdominal pain reveals that he is confused and has pale, diaphoretic skin. After correcting any problems with airway, breathing, and circulation, your main focus should be on:
A. assessing his vital signs. B. administering IV fluid boluses. C. prompt transport to the hospital. D. performing a secondary assessment.
A drop in core body temperature to <95°F significantly reduces the body's blood-clotting mechanism. This decrease in the blood's ability to clot is referred to as:
A) decompensated shock. B) coagulopathy. C) multisystem trauma. D) compensated shock.