One patient expresses pain very emotionally and another patient refuses to admit the pain. This may illustrate
A. that one patient is strong and the other is weak.
B. different cultural beliefs.
C. that one patient is taking the prescribed medicine and the other is not.
D. a underlying psychological problem.
B. different cultural beliefs.
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A 7-year-old child was riding his bike downhill and struck a parked car. He was thrown from the bike, impacting his head and back on the roadway. Presently, the patient is alert, oriented, and complaining of a severe headache. His airway is open and his breathing is adequate. A radial pulse is rapid and easily palpated, and his skin is cool and moist. After taking manual spine motion restriction of the head and neck, the EMT should:
A) Secure the patient to the long spine board B) Consider the need for supplemental oxygen C) Perform a rapid trauma exam and obtain vital signs D) Apply a cervical collar and place the patient on the cot
The ____ standard is a major advance, as it provides a comprehensive template for the safety oversight and management of a fleet of vehicles.
A. ANSI/ASSE Z15.1 fleet management B. KKK fleet management C. ASA safety D. ANSI/ASSE 22.4 safety
When assessing an infant's ventilation status, you should:
A. observe the chest for rise and fall. B. rule out hypoxia if cyanosis is absent. C. palpate the abdomen for rise and fall. D. give oxygen if the SpO2 is less than 90%.
When called to the scene of a structural fire to stand by in case any injuries occur at the scene, you should:
A: enter the structure with the firefighters so you can provide immediate care to any victims. B: park the ambulance close to the fire so you can rapidly access any patients. C: depart the scene and return to service after the fire has been completely extinguished. D: ensure that your ambulance does not block or hinder other arriving fire apparatus.