Which of the following statements about medical emergencies in geriatric patients is NOT true?
a. Dyspnea may be the only symptom with which acute myocardial infarction presents.
b. Syncope in the elderly is rarely significant.
c. Congestive heart failure may present with episodes of nocturnal restlessness and confusion.
d. Occlusive strokes (thrombus formation) tend to be more common in the elderly.
b
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SCENARIOUse this scenario to answer the following question(s).A 76-year-old man is complaining of chest pain and dizziness after falling off his porch. He has a rapid and weak pulse, and his skin is cool, pale, and sweaty. His blood pressure is 96/64, and he says he feels as though he might pass out.What does your patient's age of 76 tell you about his reaction to shock?
A. Due to physical changes of aging, the body's mechanisms that defend against shock may not function as well as in a younger person. B. Geriatric patients may become more aggressive when they are in shock due to underlying mental disorders such as dementia. C. An older person will probably have a less noticeable reaction to shock because they have greater experience with medical problems than a younger person. D. An older person is more likely to compensate for shock with high blood pressure than with low blood pressure.
A "healthy lifestyle" is different for each firefighter but generally includes regular exercise, a proper diet, and getting the right amount of sleep.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Implementing a "Workplace Violence Prevention Program" would include:
a. Coordinating with local law enforcement. b. Assuming all doors lock properly. c. Focusing only on the inside of the facility. d. Providing all staff members with guns.
The process of _______________ _______________ uses the body's store of glucose to make ATP.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).