All of the following would be appropriate care for a patient with non-traumatic back pain EXCEPT:
A) Administration of analgesia prior to moving the patient
B) Application of an ice pack to the affected area
C) Spinal immobilization with careful padding of voids
D) Administration of anti-inflammatory medications
Answer: C
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A) Between the ribs (intercostal) B) Above the sternum (suprasternal) C) Below the inferior rib margin (diaphragmatic) D) Above the clavicles (supraclavicular)
A licensed paramedic, as the health care professional, provides __________ and should always be prepared for worst-case scenarios
a. Hospital care b. "Scoop and run" care c. Prehospital care d. Surgical care
Which of the following pulmonary disorders is most likely to result in hepatomegaly?
a. Pulmonary atelectasis b. Acute viral infections c. Cor pulmonale d. Acute asthma
The Clinical Examination Form stands as a(n):
A) one-year record. B) temporary record. C) permanent record. D) None of the above