When the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis are rapid, the EMT must realize that:
A) the reaction tends to be severe.
B) the reaction tends to be localized.
C) there is an increased amount of antigens.
D) epinephrine will not be effective.
A
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To move the patient to one side of the bed prior to turning from supine to prone, FIRST move the:
a. lower extremities. b. trunk. c. head and upper trunk. d. none of the above.
You are at the scene of a collision involving a school bus carrying elementary school age children. You are concerned that some of the children may have spinal injuries. Which of the following is TRUE of cervical spine injuries in children?
A) They are more often due to penetrating trauma than in adults. B) The heavier head of the child increases the incidence of cervical distraction injuries. C) Pediatric patients do not require cervical spine immobilization, as their bodies will self-splint the injury. D) The pediatric cervical spine should be immobilized in a position of moderate hyperextension.
A Celsius temperature of 33°C is equal to a Kelvin temperature of:
A. 240 K B. 33 K C. 0.6 K D. 306 K
When treating a child who is 8 years of age or younger, is unresponsive, and has no breathing or pulse, the EMT should do all of the following EXCEPT:
A. Begin CPR for 2 minutes. B. Ventilate with high-concentration oxygen. C. Apply an automated external defibrillator. D. Intubate the trachea.