A traction splint may be used on which of the following musculoskeletal injuries?
A) Suspected multiple fractures of the femur, tibia, and fibula
B) Possible fracture of the femur
C) Possible fracture of the cervical spine
D) Possible fracture of the humerus
B
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A) pinpoint pupils. B) urinary incontinence. C) impaired respiration. D) increased oral secretions.
You respond to a construction site and find a worker lying supine in the dirt. He has been hit by a heavy construction vehicle and flew more than 15' before landing in his current position. There is discoloration and distention of his abdomen about the RUQ. He is unconscious and his respirations are 10 breaths/min and shallow, with noisy gurgling sounds. What airway technique will you use to open his airway?
a. head tilt-neck lift maneuver b. jaw thrust c. head tilt-chin lift maneuver d. none of the above
An iron lung is which type of ventilator?
a. Fluidic c. Negative-pressure b. Positive-pressure d. Positive/negative pressure
Which of the following patients would be the MOST likely to be abused?
A) A 68-year-old man with asthma B) A 62-year-old woman with dementia C) An 82-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease D) A 74-year-old man with incontinence