When the abdominal cavity fills up with blood, such as seen with a puncture wound, the belly
will bulge—a condition known as:
A. peritoneal protrusion.
B. abdominal distention.
C. colon catastrophe.
D. cavity extension.
B
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A(n) ________ treats disorders and diseases characterized by inflammation of the joints, such as arthritis
a. rheumatologist b. psychiatrist c. pathologist d. otorhinolaryngologist
A 75-year-old man with a long history of COPD is brought to the emergency department with shortness of breath
He has a persistent, productive cough with green purulent sputum, cyanosis of the lips and ex-tremities, and is uncooperative. His arterial blood gas values on 2 L/min by nasal cannula are: pH = 7.25; PaCO2 = 90 mm Hg; PaO2 = 38 mm Hg; SaO2 = 59%; HCO3? = 38 mEq/L. The most ap-propriate action at this time is which of the following? a. IPPB b. Mask CPAP c. NIV via full face mask d. Invasive mechanical ventilation
When responding to situations that involve unknown materials, hazardous materials responders need ____ for the toxic risks.
A. a combustible gas monitor B. a photoionization detector C. pH meters D. a radiation monitor
During the initial assessment of a trauma patient, you note massive facial injuries, weak radial pulses, and clammy skin. What should be your most immediate concern?
A. Potential obstruction of the airway B. Internal bleeding and severe shock C. Applying 100% supplemental oxygen D. Providing rapid transport to a trauma center