You are involved in the initial response to a nuclear detonation. Which of the following will likely be an early priority in managing this incident?
A) Determining who is responsible for the attack
B) Moving survivors into structures to protect them from fallout
C) Administering medications designed to mitigate the effects of radiation
D) Keeping responders away from the area to prevent radiation poisoning
B
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Emergency Medical Responders inform you that a 27-year-old male patient with altered mental status has an open airway and is breathing 9 times every 30 seconds. His pulse rate is 40 beats/min, and he has bruises to his chest. Based on this vital sign and presentation information, the EMT should recognize the:
A) Respiratory rate as normal B) Heart as beating adequately C) Blood pressure as normal D) Heart rate as irregular
Define each of the following terms:
intercostal
An alert but confused diabetic patient is complaining of weakness. Your service carries oral glucose, which has been authorized through off-line medical direction. In this case you should:
A) contact the patient's primary care physician. B) transport for further evaluation in the hospital. C) contact medical direction for authorization. D) prepare and administer the oral glucose.