Which of the following is consistent with a narcotic (opiate/opioid) toxidrome?
A. Hyperventilation, tachycardia, and agitation
B. Increased salivation, seizures, and dilated pupils
C. Respiratory depression, pinpoint pupils, and coma
D. Hyperthermia, dilated pupils, and blurred vision
Answer: C. Respiratory depression, pinpoint pupils, and coma
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A) Injection B) Contact C) Ingestion D) Topical
Office note: "Tim presents today due to pain when he walks. Upon examination of his right foot there is a 2 cm boil on the heel of his foot. He was referred to dermatology." This case should be reported with code(s) ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The preferred method for ventilating an apneic patient is the:
A. bag-mask device with two rescuers. B. mouth-to-mouth or mask technique. C. bag-mask device with one rescuer. D. manually-triggered ventilation device.
You are on the scene of an accident where patients are exhibiting the following symptoms: diarrhea, urination, miosis, bradycardia, emesis, lacrimation, and salivation. What type of chemical weapon might be suspected?
A) Blister agents B) Choking agents C) Riot control agents D) Nerve agents