An unhelmeted patient who was thrown from a motorcycle has a large scalp avulsion with obvious depression to the top of his head. These findings suggest which of the following injuries?
A) Intracranial hematoma
B) Linear skull fracture
C) Open head injury
D) Basilar skull fracture
C
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When evaluating a patient's skin color, the EMT should:
A) Observe the nail beds and/or mucous membranes inside the eyelids B) Examine the change in skin color when applying, then releasing pressure to the nail beds C) Look at the skin on the upper chest and feel it for warmth D) Examine the skin color of the face and compare it with the color of the arms
Screening tests for the evaluation of VWD include the platelet count, APTT, PT, bleeding time, and/or PFA-100. Which of the following results would be evident in most cases of VWD?
a. Low platelet count b. Decreased ristocetin platelet aggregation c. Normal ristocetin platelet aggregation d. Normal Ag assay
Sexual ____ occurs when an adult uses a child in a sexual performance or in the production of pornography.
A. exploitation B. molestation C. exposure D. abuse
The physician can observe the subjective symptoms that are part of the patient's chief complaint.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)