A patient states that after dinner, she suddenly developed right upper quadrant abdominal pain that radiated to her shoulder. As a knowledgeable EMT, you would recognize this characteristic pain pattern as most suggestive of:
A) urinary tract infection.
B) gallbladder inflammation.
C) intestinal obstruction.
D) gastric ulcer.
B
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One of the vital tasks of a medical assistant is to provide patient education as needed and as directed by a physician. Examples of patient education include _______
a. describing office policies b. teaching health promotion c. adapting education to special needs d. all of the above
An industrial worker has sustained a laceration to his abdomen. On closer inspection, you note what appears to be fat tissue and a portion of intestine protruding through the wound. Which one of the following is most appropriate for treating this injury?
A) One attempt at replacement using sterile gloves B) Dry sterile dressing applied over the wound C) Direct pressure using gloved palms to the injury D) Occlusive dressing applied over saline-soaked gauze
During a ____ injury, the cervical spine may rotate to the left as it is being extended during a motor vehicle crash or a gymnast may flex her head as she compresses her spine.
A. distraction B. combination C. penetration D. flexation
Your client has been walking briskly for 2 miles, three times a week. He says that he is getting "a little bored" with his routine and thinks he should start running the 2 miles. Do you agree?