What are the indications for diagnostic bronchoscopy?
What will be an ideal response?
Indications for diagnostic bronchoscopy may include the evaluation of (1) tumors in the airways and lungs, (2) airway obstruction, (3) hemoptysis, inflammation and infection, (4) interstitial pulmonary disease, (5) staging of lung cancer before surgery, (6) vocal cord paralysis, and (7) tissue or fluid samples collected from the airways or lungs.
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You are allowed to share the information in patient charts with all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) law enforcement officials, in specific situations. B) third-party billing companies. C) medical professionals providing continuing care. D) other paramedics not on the call.
A 49-year-old patient with alcoholism has fallen down a flight of stairs after consuming two-fifths of whiskey. He presents with confused and slurred speech and the smell of alcohol on his breath. Family states that he is "hopeless" and has been drinking more and more every night. They also say that he must be more drunk than usual because he usually does not slur his speech. Assessment reveals his airway to be open, breathing adequate, and circulation intact. He has a hematoma from the fall to the left side of his head and complains of pain to his left wrist. Given these assessment findings, the EMT would be most concerned about the:
A) Amount of alcohol consumed B) Possible brain injury C) Possible wrist fracture D) Lack of family support
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Of the limb leads, which leads are considered to be the inferior leads?
A. Leads II, III, and aVF B. Leads I, II, III and aVF C. Leads II, III, and aVR D. Leads I, II, III and aVR