Which of the following is an example of a pertinent negative?
A) A family member states that the patient has hypertension.
B) A patient tells you that he has developed a plan for suicide.
C) A patient with chest discomfort denies shortness of breath.
D) An agitated patient tells you that he did not request your help.
Answer: C) A patient with chest discomfort denies shortness of breath.
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During transport of a patient with suspected head injury, the AEMT may:
A) hyperventilate the patient. B) administer large volumes of fluid to combat acidosis. C) administer dextrose for LOC. D) place the patient in Fowler's position.
In the Fowler's position the patient sits on the examination table with the head of the table raised to a ________ degree angle
a. 30 b. 60 c. 90 d. 120
A patient with advanced dementia cannot provide an accurate medical history. In this situation, the EMT's best course of action would be to:
A) transport the patient to a hospital he has been to previously. B) have the patient sign a release-of-medical-information form. C) determine medical conditions based on assessment findings. D) ask family members about the patient's past medical history.
Delirium is a progressive deterioration of mental function.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)