You are assessing an elderly male patient who was trapped in a burning trailer. Which finding would be most indicative that he has an inhalation injury?
A) Coughing of black sputum
B) Heart rate of 126 beats/min
C) Partial-thickness burn to the left side of the face
D) Blood coming from the nose
A) Coughing of black sputum
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a. Position the patient in a prone position. b. Do not use a sheath. c. Apply lubricant for easy insertion. d. Insert the thermometer 1/2 to 1 inch for an adult.
A newborn develops a murmur and cyanosis shortly after birth. A diagnosis of pulmonic stenosis (PS) is made after an echocardiogram revealed narrowing of the pulmonary:
a. tree. b. artery. c. valve. d. vein.
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A) A. After the splint B) B. Before and after the splint C) C. Before the splint D) D. Only check if there is cardiovascular compromise