A second-story deck has collapsed. Several patients have fallen and are lying on the ground below. As the first emergency personnel to arrive on the scene, your initial priority is to determine:
A) the number of patients.
B) the number of ambulances required.
C) type and severity of injuries.
D) if the scene is safe to enter.
Answer: D
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a. Chronic hypoxemic respiratory failure b. Chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure c. Acute hypoxemic respiratory failure d. Acute hypercapnic respiratory failure
Which structure is an example of a tubular Body Part?
A) esophagus B) cornea C) hair follicle D) tongue
A 24 year old pregnant woman is actively seizing. Her partner reports that she complained of abdominal pain approximately 10 minutes ago, and then began seizing. He reports that the seizure activity has been consistent for the past 10 minutes, and that she has no significant medical history. You should:
A) apply a nasal cannula, assess blood glucose level, and transport in the left lateral position.
B) insert a nasal airway, administer midazolam, and obtain vital signs.
C) apply high-flow oxygen, administer magnesium sulfate, and transport emergently.
D) suction the airway, obtain IV access, and assess blood pressure.
If an insurance plan is based on negotiated fees with health care providers, this means that the providers: a. agree in advance to accept set fees for specific services
b. will not refer patients to specialists without preauthorization. c. cannot charge patients a co-pay. d. get authorization from the insurance company before giving treatment.