When operating an emergency vehicle, the paramedic should show due regard for the safety of:
A) the patient.
B) the EMS crew members.
C) the general public.
D) all of the above.
D
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Your partner experiences an itchy, red rash on her hands that stops at the wrists after using a new brand of glove your service purchased. Her skin is warm, dry, and nondiaphoretic; the rash is isolated to her hands; and her lung sounds are clear bilaterally. She has no other complaints. HR = 88, RR = 12, BP = 122/80. Of the following treatments, which is most appropriate?
A) Oxygen via nonrebreather mask 15 lpm, cardiac monitor, IV of NS KVO, epinephrine SC, diphenhydramine IM B) Oxygen via nasal cannula 4 lpm, cardiac monitor, IV of NS KVO, epinephrine IV, diphenhydramine IM C) Advise the dispatcher you will be going out of service D) Diphenhydramine IM
In what age group is a primary spontaneous pneumothorax most commonly seen?
a. Under 15 years b. 18 to 25 years c. 35 to 45 years d. Over 60 years
Performing extrication and disentanglement operations falls under the ____ level competencies.
A. Basic B. Awareness C. Operations D. Technician
When transporting a stable older patient to the hospital, the MOST effective way to reduce his or her anxiety is to:
A. allow at least two family members to accompany the patient. B. transport him or her to a hospital that he or she is familiar with. C. avoid the use of a long backboard, even if trauma is suspected. D. perform frequent detailed assessments to gain the patient's trust.