You have been called to the house of a patient with altered mental status. You encounter a 41-year-old male who exhibits slurred speech, an unsteady gait, and an odor resembling that of alcohol on his breath. His wife states that he is an alcoholic and needs help to get better. When documenting this information, which statement would be best?
A) Alcoholic history disclosed to EMS
B) Patient with history of alcoholism
C) Family member states patient ETOH
D) Per wife–patient has alcoholic history
D) Per wife–patient has alcoholic history
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You have responded to the parking lot of a high school for an assault. On arrival, there is a crowd of 20 to 25 emotional juveniles standing around the scene. Which of the following is the best way to protect yourself?
A) Monitor the activity of the crowd and retreat if the situation escalates. B) Ignore the crowd and do what is necessary to assess and treat the patient. C) Confront the crowd and tell them they need to break up and leave the area. D) Notify the school principal that these students need to return to class.
Which of the following is the main reason for dusting shelves and furniture in the examination room?
A. It gives a clean appearance. B. It preserves the finish of the furniture. C. It eliminates dust that harbors bacteria and allergens. D. It promotes a sterile environment. E. It is an efficient way to pass the time between patient appointments.
High- or low-velocity projectiles are factors in which type of injuries?
a. blunt b. electrical c. hypothermia d. penetrating
Video-assisted thoracic surgery procedures use carbon dioxide for distention
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false