A young intoxicated male patient cannot move his left arm and leg after diving into the shallow end of a pool and hitting the bottom head first. The AEMT should recognize which one of the following mechanisms as MOST likely to be responsible for this injury?
A) Rotation
B) Distraction
C) Compression
D) Penetration
Answer: C
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During your assessment, a patient tells you that she has a DNR order. What should you do?
A. Stop all care immediately as is legally required by the DNR "cease and desist" clause. B. Provide appropriate comfort and care within the bounds of the DNR. C. Inform the patient that you can't do anything for her unless she rescinds the DNR in writing. D. Inform her that DNR orders have been replaced by the POLST form, and that without a POLST form, she must accept treatment.
AlligationUse alligation to determine the parts of each strength of the components needed in each equation. A physician ordered an IV of dextrose 12.5%, 500 mL. The pharmacy technician has only dextrose 10% W and 20% W. How many milliliters of each are needed?
What will be an ideal response?
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