Contracture of the hand, fingers, and wrist resulting from reduced blood flow to the af-fected muscles is called:
a. Paget disease
b. Volkmann contracture
c. Ganglion
d. Rheumatoid arthritis
ANS: B
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A) perform CPR at a ratio of 30 ventilations to two compressions. B) assist you in making sure that the AED is ready for application. C) perform a primary and secondary assessment. D) start cardiopulmonary resuscitation until the AED is ready.
You are administering oxygen at 2 lpm through a nasal cannula to a confused patient. During transport, you note the SpO2 to be 91%, up from 90% on scene. The patient remains confused. What would your next action be?
A) Keep the oxygen flow at 2 lpm and continue to monitor B) Administer oxygen at 15 lpm through a nonrebreather mask C) Start positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen D) Increase the oxygen flow to 4 lpm
Medications implicated in hyperkalemia include angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and potassium supplements.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following is the MOST significant consequence of inappropriate documentation?
A. Subsequent patient care that is inappropriate B. Litigation due to negligence or slanderous comments C. Revocation of your EMS certification or license D. Punitive action by your supervisor or medical director