Your patient presents lethargic and confused. She is breathing 6 times per minute with shallow and labored respirations. This patient is experiencing:
A) respiratory distress.
B) respiratory failure.
C) normal respirations.
D) asthma.
B
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A. Family members B. Coworkers C. Instructors D. Religious leaders E. All of the above
Disease is a condition in which the body fails to function normally
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An external cause code, with the appropriate seventh character, is assigned for each encounter for which the injury or condition is being treated
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
If a scene becomes unsafe after you have entered, you should FIRST:
A) notify the EMS supervisor and medical director. B) remove yourself and your crew from the scene. C) attempt to neutralize the threat. D) call for assistance on the radio.