The MOST critical treatment for a tension pneumothorax involves:
A. placing a bulky dressing over the affected side of the chest.
B. assisting the patient's breathing with increased tidal volume.
C. surgically removing the portion of the lung that is damaged.
D. inserting a needle through the rib cage into the pleural space.
Answer: D. inserting a needle through the rib cage into the pleural space.
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A) lower end of the uterus that opens during labor to allow childbirth. B) tube that allows a fertilized egg to travel into the uterus. C) thick lining of the uterus that is shed each month during menstruation. D) tubelike structure that opens to the outside of the body, allowing childbirth.
Although the nervous system is divided anatomically into the central and peripheral nervous system, in reality the peripheral nervous system is a seamless continuation of the central nervous system.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
An otoscope:
A) measures blood pressure. B) measures temperature. C) is used to examine the ear. D) is used to examine the eyes.
Which of the following does NOT need to be included on a drug order label?
A) medication number B) name and location of patient C) lot number of medication D) expiration date of medication