The EMT is properly assessing the breathing of a 3-year-old when he:
A) Counts the respiratory rate for 15 seconds and multiplies by 4
B) Counts the respiratory rate for 30 seconds and multiplies by 2
C) Counts the respiratory rate for 15 seconds and observes chest rise and fall
D) Counts the respiratory rate for 10 seconds and multiplies by 6
B) Counts the respiratory rate for 30 seconds and multiplies by 2
You might also like to view...
What steps should be done next?
A 52-year-old male presents with a positive medical history. He reports on his medical history that he is taking medication for a heart condition and hypertension. As the dental auxiliary prepares for the procedure, the patient begins to complain of chest pains and loses consciousness. The dental auxiliary notifies the dentist and the receptionist and begins chest compressions. Once the dentist enters the operatory, she places a hard backboard under the patient and prepares the AED. The receptionist notifies the EMS system and retrieves the emergency kit. What will be an ideal response?
The role of the hematology technologist in bone marrow evaluation is to:
a. Perform the bone marrow aspirate procedure b. Administer anesthetic in preparation of the procedure c. Make bone marrow smears after collection d. Report the results of the bone marrow examination to the attending physician
Basic diagnostic indicators that are used to evaluate the patient's condition are ______________
A. vital signs B. x-rays
The therapist is preparing to calculate the expiratory airway resistance of a mechanically ventilated patient. Based on the pressure-time scalar displayed here, which pressure or pressure gradient does the therapist need to use in the calculation?
A. "g" minus "h" B. "f" minus "g" C. "f" D. "g"