Grade 3 inversion ankle sprains are often associated with what trauma?
A. Total rupture of lateral ligaments
B. Tenderness over the entire medial aspect of the ankle
C. Tearing of all medial ligaments
D. Tearing of a few supportive ligaments
Answer: A
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respirations are 30 and shallow, and there is flaring of his nostrils on inhalation. His chest is clear to auscultation. All of the following are part of the management of this child, EXCEPT: a. administering high-concentration, humidified oxygen. b. deferring starting an IV because this may worsen the patient's distress. c. carefully examining the throat to determine whether inflammation is present. d. transporting the child in the sitting position.
What is the primary reason why emergency services communications (phone or radio) are recorded?
A) The state EMS agency will use the recording to determine if care was appropriate B) The federal government requires that all communications be recorded C) Communications can become part of a legal record if need be D) The Federal Communications Commission reviews all recordings for communication appropriateness
A patient with chronic bronchitis comes to your emergency department; she is discovered to have a pulse oximetry oxygen saturation (SpO2) of 78% with room air. On the basis of these data, which oxygen-delivery device would you use with the patient?
a. 6-L nasal cannula c. Simple mask b. Transtracheal cath-eter d. Venturi mask
If a client has calluses on the feet:
a. Use friction to reduce them b. Avoid the affected area if it is painful c. Treat linens as contaminated d. Use deep pressure to relieve pain