When time and resource constraints prevent rural EMS providers from staying informed of new technology and standards in patient care, the providers are said to be suffering from:
A) lock out.
B) burn out.
C) rust out.
D) tag out.
C
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A pharmacy technician who handles insurance claims exclusively is known as a:
A)Billing Specialist B)Specialist of insurance claims C)Insurance Specialist D)Claims Specialist
On scene, a confused 68-year-old female with possible stroke has an SpO2 of 91% on room air. Which one of the following indicates the most appropriate and beneficial type of oxygen therapy for this patient?
A) SpO2 98% with 12 lpm O2 via nonrebreather B) SpO2 95% with 2 lpm O2 via nasal cannula C) SpO2 100% with 15 lpm O2 via nonrebreather D) SpO2 97% with 4 lpm O2 via nasal cannula
Which of the following best describes the role of rapid sequence intubation (RSI) in the prehospital management of patients with traumatic brain injury?
A) It is beneficial and should be used for all patients with traumatic brain injury who are experiencing trismus or who have an intact gag reflex. B) It is supported by anecdotal evidence, but no studies have been done to determine its feasibility or usefulness. C) It is controversial because of conflicting study results. D) It is detrimental, resulting in poorer neurological outcomes than in patients who received standard airway management.
Under the ADA, essential functions are fundamental job duties performed in a position. Which of the following would be included?
A) Large number of employees are available B) Position exists to perform that function C) Function is highly specialized D) Both A and B