The death of a patient from complications of asthma or high blood pressure would be categorized as which general category of cause of death?
a. accidental
b. prolonged
c. sudden
d. terminal
b
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A) Abdominal cramps B) Command hallucinations C) Hypothermia D) Potential for seizures
In terms of high-visibility vests, which of the following is true?
A) They help other rescuers identify EMTs as medical personnel. B) They provide protection against blood and other body fluids at a trauma scene. C) They make EMS personnel more visible to passing motorists. D) They provide protection against bent metal and broken glass at an accident scene.
After taking a young, depressed female to the hospital, your partner says, "I am tired of running all of these psych patient calls. There are real patients with real emergencies and pain out there. It is just a waste of our time!" Given his thoughts, what is your best response?
A) "If we do our jobs right, many behavioral patients can make a solid and quick recovery." B) "It is a sad fact that little can be done to help these patients, but they still need to get help." C) "Patients with mental problems are suffering from emotional pain and injuries, which can be just as real as physical pain." D) "As EMTs, our only goal is getting the patients to the hospital where they can get the help they need."