Later-arriving teams are given assignments based on the IAP. These teams should ascertain essential information and hold a quick, formal safety briefing based on the conditions present and the hazards that are faced.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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You have been called to a residence for an 18-year-old female with shortness of breath and a history of cystic fibrosis. On scene you find the patient to be very thin and sick looking. Her airway is patent and breathing adequate, although slightly labored. Her radial pulse is strong, and she has a constant cough, which produces green- and yellow-colored mucus. Auscultation of the lungs reveals
rhonchi to the upper portion of both lungs. Vital signs are pulse 108, respirations 20, blood pressure 98/56 mmHg, and SpO2 92%. Based on these findings, appropriate care should include: A) suctioning of the lower airway to remove mucus. B) gentle abdominal thrusts to help the patient expectorate the mucus. C) bronchodilator administered via small-volume nebulizer. D) humidified oxygen via nasal cannula at 2 liters per minute.
The electrocardiogram is a relatively new diagnostic tool.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Following exposure to an industrial pesticide, a patient is responsive to pain only, is coughing up copious secretions, and has a heart rate of 40 beats/min. Priority treatment for this patient includes:
A) pralidoxime. B) oral suctioning. C) atropine sulfate. D) tracheal intubation.
Validity refers to the agreement between what a test measures and the ________ the test is designed to measure.
A. behavior B. performance C. skill D. All of the answers are correct.