During an elevator rescue, extrication should begin immediately if occupants:
A. seem prone to panic.
B. require medical attention.
C. condition is medically stable.
D. request immediate extrication.
B
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A patient who appears to be intoxicated has fallen and is complaining of pain in his right arm. He is using loud, profane language. Which one of the following should be your initial approach to the patient?
A) "If you do not quiet down, I will call the police, and they will arrest you." B) "Let me put an ice pack on your wrist. It will help it feel better." C) "I cannot help you if you keep yelling like that!" D) "Stop yelling, or I will have to strap you to the stretcher."
The paramedic's role has expanded to include ________ because of the need to move ill/injured patients from one health care facility to another for specialized care
A) hospital emergency departments B) critical care transport C) corrections medicine D) helicopter EMS
One-half of the blood from the mother passes through the fetus's liver and one-half of the blood enters the newborn's central circulation via a shunt known as the ____.
A. ligamentum arteriosum B. ductus venosus C. umbilicus D. portal vein
The principal purpose of the opening is to:
A) attract attention. B) develop interest. C) introduce yourself. D) A and B