Which of these scene size-up observations would make you suspicious that a patient who complains of shortness of breath has congestive heart failure?
A) Dramatic edema to the right arm
B) Home oxygen tank in the bedroom
C) Multiple pillows stacked at the head of the patient's bed
D) Patient in dirty pajamas and appears unkempt
C) Multiple pillows stacked at the head of the patient's bed
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When a patient care report is found to be incomplete or inaccurate, the paramedic should:
A) erase or white out the incorrect information and write in the correct facts. B) add a dated and signed written addendum to the original report. C) file a completely new report with the correct information. D) cross out the incorrect information so that it cannot be read and add the correct information to the bottom of the report, dating and signing it.
Which of the following BEST describes NOT finding a sign or symptom that you would expect to find under the circumstances?
A) Pertinent negative B) Chief negative C) False negative D) Double negative
What is the most common GI disorder in the United States, affecting 30 million people, that causes intermittent abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea and/or constipation?
A) Hiatal hernia B) Colitis C) Irritable bowel syndrome D) Pancreatitis
An infection of the protective covering of the brain and spinal column is referred to as:
A. encephalitis. B. meningitis. C. neuritis. D. hemiplegia.