Which of the following diagnoses would be coded as indicated?
suspected skull fracture
questionable ETOH abuse
rule out appendicitis
definitive poliomyelitis
definitive poliomyelitis
Rationale: All but definitive poliomyelitis are speculative diagnoses and never coded.
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A respiratory pattern characterized by rapid, deep breathing in which the body attempts to expel large amounts of carbon dioxide to balance pH levels is/are known as:
a. Central neurogenic hyperventilation b. Hypoventilation c. Biot's respirations d. Kussmaul's respirations
In most areas, an EMS provider who has had an exposure to an infectious disease should do all of the following EXCEPT:
a. immediately washing the infected area with a disinfecting agent. b. getting a medical evaluation. c. getting the proper immunization boosters. d. notifying the agency's infection control liaison.
Your patient has an injury to her elbow. In order to immobilize it, you should use a(n):
A) traction splint. B) pillow. C) sling and swathe. D) air splint.
Which of the following best describes shear injuries to the abdominal organs?
A) Sudden compression of gas-containing hollow organs, resulting in their rupture B) Sudden decompression of solid or hollow organs C) Tearing of the organ in which the organ is fixed at its point of attachment but free to move otherwise D) Impact of solid organs with the abdominal wall in rapid deceleration