A neonatal patient has PPHN. What may develop as a consequence of this?
a. Cardiomegaly
b. Pulmonary embolism
c. Mucosal edema
d. Cardiac tamponade
A
PPHN results in increased pulmonary vascular resistance. This will increase right ventricular afterload and can result in cardiomegaly.
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Paradoxical movement indicates a:
A) flail chest. B) pneumothorax. C) cardiac tamponade. D) hemothorax.
Stimulation of what receptors will result in vasoconstriction?
A) Cholinergic B) Beta 1 adrenergic C) Beta 2 adrenergic D) Alpha 1 adrenergic
You have been called to a home by neighbors because they are concerned for the welfare of the children inside. On scene, you find two children left by themselves. They are playing in a filthy room with no light or heat. They are dirty and have insect bites all over their bodies. One is in a soiled diaper and has hard stool caked to the buttocks. The EMT would best recognize this situation as one of:
A) Neglect B) Parental negligence C) Physical abuse D) Felonious care
After the designated doctor has examined the worker, all communication with him or her about the worker's injury or condition must be made through the:
injured worker. employer. workers' compensation office handling the claim. treating doctor.