Your patient is complaining of chest pain that radiates into his neck and arms. The primary assessment reveals a patent airway, adequate breathing, and a strong, regular radial pulse. His skin is warm and dry, and reveals no signs of inadequate perfusion. Which of the following should you do next?
A) Start the secondary assessment.
B) Attach the AED.
C) Provide oxygen.
D) Check vital signs.
D
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Medical responders need to be proficient in which two types of medical communication?
a. Medical terminology and radio transmissions b. Verbal communication and medical terminology c. Written documentation and radio transmissions d. Written documentation and oral communication
Shared clinical decision making fosters openness and trust between the patient and the Paramedic.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Most of the work of the tongue is done by which muscle?
a. Buccinator b. Genioglossus c. Hyoglossus d. Styloglossus
Using a clearinghouse to transmit electronic media claims ________.
A. includes data elements that are transmitted in a computer file. B. enables a 30-day turnaround time from submission to payment C. requires a greater amount of time to process claims D. makes more paperwork than paper claims E. requires a translator and technology to conduct electronic data interchange