A physician will order a(n) ________ function test to evaluate a patient's lung volume and capacity.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pulmonary
Pulmonary function tests help physicians evaluate a patient's lung volume and capacity. They are performed to detect or diagnose problems, monitor respiratory disorders, or evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.
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The shape of the auditory canal is ________
a. square b. irregular c. slightly curved d. jagged
Which of the following is of greatest concern for the EMT in the prehospital care of a woman with vaginal bleeding?
A) Preventing infection B) Monitoring for hypovolemic shock C) Obtaining a thorough gynecological history D) Finding out if the patient is currently sexually active
A patient has been struck in the back by a heavy piece of wood that was being bent to make a form for a concrete arch. He is responsive, but cannot feel or move his legs. He has bruising to his back and is incontinent of urine. The skin below the injury site is red and warm. As a knowledgeable EMT, you should realize that:
A) the paralysis is permanent. B) the ability to feel will return. C) a cervical collar is unnecessary. D) the paralysis may resolve.
What will you see if you discover Cullen's sign?
a. lateral abdominal wall bruising b. posterior bruising over the lumbar spine c. referred left posterior shoulder pain d. periumbilical bruising