A pediatric patient presents to the emergency department following a car accident with difficulty breathing, increased respiratory rate, and retractions. He does not have a fever but does complain of chest pain. Which of the following is the most likely cause?
A) asthma
B) cystic fibrosis
C) pneumothorax
D) airway obstruction
C
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a. A b. B c. C d. D
You have been called to a residence for a 52-year-old male complaining of chest pain. When obtaining a history from the patient, what statement, made by the patient, would you find most concerning?
A) "I started taking an antianxiety medication last week." B) "The pain came on suddenly when I was reading the paper." C) "I have had chest pain on and off for years now." D) "I occasionally feel that my heart seems to skip a beat."
How often are most codes updated?
A. Every year B. Every 3-5 years C. Every 5-7 years D. Every 5-10 years
A patient with hemophilia fell backward onto his right hip and now complains of pain to that area. The primary assessment reveals no life-threatening conditions. Vital signs are pulse, 112; respirations, 18 mmHg; blood pressure, 102/84 mmHg; and SpO2, 99%. During transport, which of these findings would be of greatest concern?
A) Increasing bruising and pain to the right hip becomes evident B) SpO2 reading dips to 95% for a few minutes C) Hematoma formation on the right hip that is palpable D) Heart rate increases to and is sustained at more than 130 beats/min