A patient is experiencing moderate signs and symptoms of an overdose of a local anesthetic drug and office emergency protocol has been activated. Which of the following correctly describes the next step?
A) Perform CPR
B) Reassure, observe, and monitor the patient
C) Administer oxygen
D) Administer diazepam to prevent seizures
C
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Direct pressure has failed to control an arterial bleed on a patient's lower leg caused by an industrial accident. What would the EMT's next action be?
A) Provide oxygen B) Apply a tourniquet C) Provide immediate transport D) Splint the extremity
Which condition involves the humerus essentially being "glued" to the scapula by the fascia and osseous membrane surrounding the articulating cartilage of the shoulder joint?
A) upper crossed syndrome B) thoracic outlet syndrome C) subacromial bursitis D) adhesive capsulitis
Accreditation by Joint Commission is a voluntary activity for a facility and it is
A. considered unnecessary by most health care facilities. B. required for state licensure in all states. C. conducted in each facility annually. D. required for reimbursement of certain patient groups.
Which one of the following statements describes the interrelationship between the immune system and the integumentary system?
Acids in the digestive system destroy most pathogens. The skin is the immune system's first line of defense. Lymphocytes are produced in the red bone marrow Immune response can be suppressed by increased stress on the nervous system.