EMR final

Which patient scenario could become dangerous if the patient were given supplemental oxygen A a patient is smoking a cigarette or cigar B a patient is experiencing respiratory distress C a patient is having an asthma attack D a patient is seated in the tripod position

A a patient is smoking a cigarette or cigar

Your patient is a 72 year old female who complains of dizziness and appears confused after being found on the floor of a garage where a car is running as you begin your primary assessment she has a seizure you suspect she is experiencing A carbon monoxide poisoning B a diabetic emergency C a respiratory emergency D poisoning from an ingested substance

A carbon monoxide poisoning

your patient is a women with a broken nose she is at the park with her children and she tells you she was hit in the face by a swing after you take her vitals signs and begin to administer first aid she says that she is fine and you can go from a legal perspective what are your options A you could be guilty of abandonment if you leave after beginning care B you could be charged with battery if you continue to assist her C you could be charged with assault if you call for someone with a higher level of training D you could be charged under the good samaritan law if you cease care

A could be guilty of abandonment if you leave after beginning care

A 36 year old male has fallen from a second story window after drinking heavily at a party he complains of pain in his left forearm but there is no external sign of injury there he also tells you that he cannot feel his legs his breathing is diaphragmatic A a distracting injury B a radiating injury C referred pain D a hallucination

A distracting injury

you are called to a one car collision as an EMR on his call the first responsibility for you and your crew would be A ensure safety for you and your crew to enter the area B ensure that the patient has an open airway C determine the number of patients needing your care D determine the need for advanced resources

A ensure safety for you and your crew to enter the area

While the patient is being loaded into the ambulance a police officer says she'll be requesting a copy of your report you know that all patient information must be considered private and confidential this patients medical information A may be requested by law enforcement under certain conditions B may not be shared with anyone outside the chain of direct patient care C can be provided to law enforcement if the patient signs release D can only be released with a court order from a federal judge

A may be requested by law enforcement under certain conditions

You arrive to the scene of a narcotic overdose your patient is a 45 year old male who is unresponsive with snoring respirations you should A open the airway with a head tilt chin lift B suction the airway C look around for drug paraphernalia D apply a nonrebreather mask

A open the airway with a head tilt chin lift

The patient is unresponsive and does not appear to have a gag reflex paying careful attention you preform the jaw thrust maneuver and insert the right size _______ through the patients mouth and into his throat A oropharyngeal airway B nasopharyngeal airway C nasal cannula D simple mask

A oropharyngeal airway

you have been called to attend to patient complaining of chest pain on the third floor of a local apartment complex after getting the angina patient downstairs and to the cot the best position for the patient to be transported to the emergency department is the _______ position A semi fowler's B shock C recovery D prone

A semi fowler's

Which of the following is an example of an open head injury? A. A break in the skin and underlying skull B. Bruising around the eyes C. Bleeding from the ears D. A large contusion on the forehead

A. A break in the skin and underlying skull

In what safety zone does normal patient care (triage, stablization, and treatment) occur at a hazardous materials incident? A. Cold zone B. Hot zone C. Decontaminated zone D. Warm zone

A. Cold zone

Which part of the respiratory system is a leaf-shaped structure that covers the opening of the larynx upon swallowing? A. Epiglottis B. Trachea C. Alveoli D. Pharynx

A. Epiglottis

Which of the following best describes agonal breathing? A. Gasping, shallow breaths B. Deep, irregular respirations C. Slow and deep respirations D. Rapid and shallow breathing

A. Gasping, shallow breaths

You respond to a multiple-casualty incident in which a school bus has gone off the bridge over a highway into the traffic below. You are assigned to triage the children from the bus.Which pediatric patient should be categorized as "delayed"? A. One who is alert, responds to your voice, and responds appropriately to pain B. One who shows decerebrate posturing C. One who can walk and has adequate perfusion according to the peripheral pulse check D. One who is unresponsive but has a pulse and is breathing

A. One who is alert, responds to your voice, and responds appropriately to pain

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation can save the patient's life between clinical death and biological death by: A. circulating oxygenated blood to the brain. B. providing fibrillation. C. maintaining electrical activity in the brain. D. resetting the pace of the heart.

A. circulating oxygenated blood to the brain.

You are at the home assessing a 2-month-old infant who has no pulse and is not breathing. The mother reports finding the child unresponsive in the bathtub. You should: A. clear the airway and begin artificial ventilations or CPR. B. explain to the mother that the child has died from SIDS. C. not attempt resuscitation until the mother leaves the room. D. call the police and child services to report a death by neglect.

A. clear the airway and begin artificial ventilations or CPR.

Your patient is a 28-year-old man who has overdosed on heroin. When you arrive on the scene, you administer naloxone and call for the ambulance service to transport him to the hospital for further treatment. To fill out the appropriate patient care report form used by your agency, you complete the ________ form by hand neatly so that it can be read by the scanner. A. fill-in-the-bubble B. smartphone C. paper D. tablet

A. fill-in-the-bubble

The system that is a model for the command, control, and coordination of resources at the scene of a large-scale emergency involving multiple agencies is called the ___________ system: A. incident command B. scene command C. EMS command D. unified command

A. incident command

You must save the placenta, all attached membranes, and all soiled sheets and towels so that a physician can examine them to ensure the entire organ and its membranes were expelled from the uterus. If you don't have a basin or container to collect these items, allow the afterbirth to deliver directly: A. into a biohazard bag. B. onto a towel. C. onto the baby. D. onto the ground.

A. into a biohazard bag.

You are called for a 72-year-old widower who lives with his grandson in a nice middle-class neighborhood. He is bleeding from ahead wound, and he tells you that he fell in the shower. You notice multiple bruises of various colors on his arms and that the room where he stays is messy and has a foul smell. His grandson tells you that he does not need to go to the hospital. You should suspect the patient: A. may be being abused. B. doesn't have insurance. C. has mild dementia. D. is clinically depressed.

A. may be being abused.

The most common signs and symptoms of distal extremity injuries include: A. pain, swelling, discoloration, and deformity. B. bleeding, shock, and paralysis. C. rapid heartbeat, respiration, and pain. D. numbness and tingling in all extremities.

A. pain, swelling, discoloration, and deformity.

The term ________ describes the failure of the body's circulatory system to provide an adequate supply of well-oxygenated blood and nutrients to all vital organs. A. shock B. sepsis C. hyperperfusion D. hypotension

A. shock

The largest organ of the body—covering on average more than 22 square feet—is the: A. skin. B. endocrine system. C. brain. D. intestine.

A. skin.

Deoxygenated blood is returned to the heart from elsewhere in the body through the: A. superior vena cava. B. descending aorta. C. pulmonary artery. D. left ventricle.

A. superior vena cava.

Emergency Medical Responders are legally required to report: A. suspected child abuse or neglect B. drug and alcohol use. C. when other providers are rude to a patient. D. a patient's HIV status.

A. suspected child abuse or neglect

The chest cavity is also called the: A. thoracic cavity. B. cardiopulmonary cavity. C. heart cavity. D. cardiac cavity.

A. thoracic cavity.

When a patient is cyanotic, he or she is: A. turning blue from lack of oxygen. B. argumentative and uncooperative. C. unable to stay awake and alert. D. exhibiting signs of mental illness.

A. turning blue from lack of oxygen.

When providing emergency care to a patient who has ingested a poisonous substance when should you call the poison control center A call from the ambulance on the way to the hospital with the patient B call at the time of the secondary assessment C call before assessing the patient and keep them standing by D call from your vehicle while going to the scene

B Call at the of the secondary assessment

for which of the following patients would a nasal cannula be the most appropriate oxygen delivery device A a 7 year old boy in sever respiratory distress after eating a peanut butter cookie B a 26 year old woman who is fully alert and states she feels claustrophobic when a nonrebreatheer mask is applied C an 86 year old man who feels confused after falling and hitting his head D a 34 year old woman involved in a rollover collision with pale cool and diaphoretic skin

B a 26 year old woman who is fully alert and states she feels claustrophobic when a nonrebreatheer mask is applied

Anna rose Albertsons age 10 is riding her bicycle at high speed down a steep hill and crashes into the back of a parked school bus fracturing her wrist and lacerating her forehead she has just experienced A a hazardous condition B a significant mechanism of injury C an altered mental state D none of the above

B a significant mechanism of injury

Your unresponsive patient has vomit in his airway you have rolled him to the side to drain the fluid from his airway but some vomit remains you should A roll the patient prone or face down to totally drain the vomit B ask your partner to bring you the powered suction device C use sterile water to rinse out the patients mouth D roll the patient t supine or face up you have cleared the airway as much as possible

B ask your partner to bring you the powered suction device

when checking the patient for serious bleeding during the primary assessment what type of bleeding causes the most concern A oozing dark blood B bright red spurting blood C dark flowing blood D red oozing blood

B bright red spurting blood

You are writing a patient care report you write 18 for the respiration and it should have been 16 the best way to correct this is to _______ write your initials then write the correct number A cover the error with correction fluid B draw a single line through the error C write the correct number over the incorrect number D erase the error

B draw a single line through the error

Which of the following is an example of blunt-force trauma? A. A person cuts his finger with a knife B. A person is kicked in the ribs C. A person slips and twists her ankle D. All of the above

B. A person is kicked in the ribs

When addressing a geriatric patient, which of the following is the best way? A. Call the patient by his or her first name to show friendliness. B. Address the patient directly by title and last name (e.g., Mr. Green or Mrs. Smith) C. Avoid eye contact so as not to frighten the patient. D. Call the patient "honey" or "sweetie" so they will trust you.

B. Address the patient directly by title and last name (e.g., Mr. Green or Mrs. Smith)

You respond to a multiple-casualty incident in which a school bus has gone off the bridge over a highway into the traffic below. You are assigned to triage the children from the bus.Which triage system will be most useful for triaging elementary school-age children? A. START B. JumpSTART C. KidSALT D. SALT

B. JumpSTART

Which one of these organs would be found in the abdominal cavity? A. Lungs B. Pancreas C. Heart D. Diaphragm

B. Pancreas

Which statement is NOT true about critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) and the EMR? A. What is said during CISD is confidential. B. Participating in CISD is mandatory. C. CISD teams offer suggestions on stress management. D. CISD usually takes place 24 to 72 hours after an incident.

B. Participating in CISD is mandatory.

One of the most common complaints to which an Emergency Medical Responder is called is that of ________, in which the patient's alertness and responsiveness to his or her surroundings is decreased. A. suicidal ideation B. altered mental status C. abnormal vital signs D. congestive heart failure

B. altered mental status

Unlawful physical contact with a patient is called: A. negligence. B. battery. C. abandonment. D. harassment.

B. battery.

A serious open abdominal injury may have internal organs protruding. This is called an: A. epistaxis. B. evisceration. C. ecchymosis. D. endometrium.

B. evisceration.

Following the call, one of the neighbors stops you and asks what happened over at that house. You know you cannot speak with the neighbor concerning the patient's condition because it would breach: A. customer service protocols. B. patient confidentiality. C. the standard of care. D. your values.

B. patient confidentiality.

A 37-year-old male was involved in a rollover collision and is unresponsive. He has musculoskeletal injuries, as well as injuries to other body systems.This patient should be: A. questioned about the mechanism of injury. B. totally immobilized on a long board for rapid transit. C. placed in the recovery position while each injury is immobilized individually. D. transported without lights and sirens, as chances of survival are slim.

B. totally immobilized on a long board for rapid transit.

A system to help identify the victims of an MCI most in need of emergency care and transport is called: A. sorting and tagging. B. triage. C. medical control. C. first come, first served.

B. triage.

you are assessing a patient who has been kicked repeatedly in the chest his airway breathing and circulation all appear normal to best evaluate his injuries you should A ask the patient who his primary care doctor is B ask him if he can move his feet C carefully remove his shirt to expose his chest D have him lie face down so you can assess his bacl

C carefully remove his shirt to expose his chest

You suspect your patient has experienced psychogenic shock after hearing some bad new which caused him to faint and fall to the floor what treatment should you provide for this patient A reverse the shock by administering oxygen per local protocols B have the patient sit down for a few minutes C examine the patient for injuries caused by the fall D restrain the patient on the stretcher so he does not fall again

C examine the patient for injuries caused by the fall

your patient is a 25 year old female who has overdosed on fentanyl in addition to providing ABC care you should be careful to avoid A generalized infections B administering oxygen C exposure to the drug D allowing the patient to vomit

C exposure to the drug

When arriving on the scene which of the following would not be considered a safety concern A debris that blocks exits B an anxious family pet C marijuana paraphernalia D family members arguing

C marijuana paraphernalia

You have received a call that a women has been injury in a fight outside a downtown bar when you arrive you are careful to park the ambulance where it will not block traffic a crowd has gathered and you notice ______ so you know you must not attempt to provide care until law enforcement says you may enter A the patient is in handcuffs B the bar still has customers C several people are carrying weapons D a police car in front of the bar

C several people are carrying weapons

If you are alone and your patient is a child or infant, provide rescue support for ________, then call 911 for assistance. A. 12 minutes B. 6 minutes C. 2 minutes D. 20 minutes

C. 2 minutes

Which of the following patients would be classified as a multisystem trauma patient? A. A woman with abrasions to the feet and legs B. A child with burns to the hands, arms, and face C. A woman with a broken wrist and broken ulna D. A man who sustained injuries to his torso from a car accident

C. A woman with a broken wrist and broken ulna

What is the best method to open and maintain an airway in an unresponsive patient with a suspected spinal injury? A. Have the patient open her mouth to prevent pain B. Chin-tilt, head-lift C. Jaw thrust D. Head-tilt, chin-lift

C. Jaw thrust

You see an elderly man sitting in the tripod position. He is thin and pale and is wearing a nasal cannula attached to a portable oxygen tank. He is using accessory muscles with each breath, and his lips are pursed as he breathes.Which of the following BEST describes why this patient is breathing with pursed lips? A. Pursed lips allow for greater expansion of the lungs during each breath. B. Pursed lips shorten the exhalation phase, allowing the alveoli to collapse between each breath. C. Pursing the lips increases the exhalation phase and causes a back pressure deep within the lungs. D. Pursing the lips increases airflow into the alveoli and therefor increases oxygenation.

C. Pursing the lips increases the exhalation phase and causes a back pressure deep within the lungs.

The acronym SAMPLE, used in reference to obtaining a patient's history, stands for which of the following? A. Sign, allergies, mobile phone number, past history, last oral intake, events leading to EMS call B. Signs, alertness, medications, past history, last oral intake, events leading to EMS call C. Signs and symptoms, allergies, medications, past history, last oral intake, events leading to EMS call D. Symptoms, allergies, medications, past history, last doctor visit, events leading to EMS call

C. Signs and symptoms, allergies, medications, past history, last oral intake, events leading to EMS call

Which of the following is NOT true regarding EMRs and basic pathophysiology? A. Knowing basic pathophysiology may help EMRs understand what the body needs sooner. B. The EMR with a basic understanding of pathophysiology will be able to provide the right care more promptly. C. Understanding basic pathophysiology will allow the EMR to assume the job responsibilities of a more highly trained provider when necessary. D. Knowing how the body functions and responds will help on-call EMRs identify the patient problems they encounter.

C. Understanding basic pathophysiology will allow the EMR to assume the job responsibilities of a more highly trained provider when necessary.

The EMR crouches down to her level and listens, but she isn't making much sense. The patient's physical appearance reminds the EMR of his daughter and he starts thinking about the parent-teacher conference while the patient is talking. Realizing he is distracted, he decides not to ask clarifying questions and to continue patient care based on the information he already has. This scenario is an example of: A. using visual signs to guide patient care. B. using nonverbal cues to guide patient care. C. a barrier to effective communication. D. effective communication.

C. a barrier to effective communication.

The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood to the body through the: A. pulmonary artery. B. left atrium. C. aorta. D. coronary arteries.

C. aorta.

You are treating a patient in cardiac arrest. You should administer oxygen via: A. nasal cannula. B. nonrebreather mask. C. bag-mask device. D. Venturi mask.

C. bag-mask device.

A 79-year-old female is complaining of chest pain and a rapid heartbeat. She tells you that she had a heart attack a few years ago and that this feels exactly the same. Her blood pressure is 92/58, and she is showing signs of shock, which you suspect is in the ________ category. A. hypovolemic B. septic C. cardiogenic D. obstructive

C. cardiogenic

The ________ is part of the sophisticated electrical system that keeps the heart beating. A. cardiac compromise B. myocardial system C. conduction pathway D. acute artery.

C. conduction pathway

You and your partner are on the way back to work when you see a child who has been struck by a vehicle and is unresponsive in the road. You begin care for her and call for advanced care to transport her to a nearby emergency department. You know she can be legally transported based on: A. informed consent. B. Good Samaritan laws. C. implied consent. D. actual consent.

C. implied consent.

You are caring for an unresponsive patient who possibly overdosed on a narcotic. The patient is breathing four times per minute with shallow tidal volume. You should: A. apply the AED. B. suction the airway. C. initiate positive pressure ventilations. D. perform five abdominal thrusts.

C. initiate positive pressure ventilations.

The loss of mobility and feeling is called: A. pallor. B. parathesis. C. paralysis. D. pulseless.

C. paralysis.

The written documentation of a patient encounter is called a(n): A. health care report. B. responder report. C. patient care report. D. insurance report.

C. patient care report.

The individual for whom a message is intended is called the: A. receptor. B. transmitter. C. receiver. D. sender.

C. receiver.

A ________ includes a visual overview of the entire scene to identify any obvious or potential hazards prior to entering. A. primary assessment B. confirming diagnosis C. scene size-up D. secondary assessment

C. scene size-up

The upper airway refers to: A. the mediastinum and diaphragm. B. the bronchioles and the alveoli. C. the nasopharynx and the oropharynx. D. the space from the trachea to the carina.

C. the nasopharynx and the oropharynx.

The term "medial" is defined as: A. laboratory results that are close to average. B. toward the head. C. toward the midline of the body. D. an imaginary vertical line dividing the body into right and left.

C. toward the midline of the body.

A 5 year old patient has a nosebleed you should A tilt the head back and apply an ice pack B tilt his head back and have him breathe through his mouth C tilt the head forward and have the patient sneeze D tilt the head forward and pinch the nose

D Tilt the head forward and pinch the nose

A 22 year old man who sustained a traumatic head injury while skiing is lashing out with his fists against rescuers and keeps shouting who are you he is showing signs of A status epilepticus B hyperglycemia C hypoglycemia D altered mental status

D altered mental status

In general an EMR verbal radio communications should be A only used to contact medical control B detailed lengthy and spoken in a quieter voice C delivered rapidly and loudly D brief clear and spoken at a normal volume

D brief clear and spoken at a normal volume

A 3 year old boy presents with an altered mental status his parents state he wandered into the garage unattended which of these signs indicates that he had ingested a poisonous substance A. Itching B hives C swollen nasal membranes D excessive saliva formations

D excessive saliva formations

The tibia and radius are bones found in the A leg B arm C axial skeleton D extremities

D extremities

Which of the following is not a common cause of realities compromise A emphysema B chronic bronchitis C asthma D hypertension

D hypertension

You are treating a 7 year old male who was found floating face down in a swimming pool as you preform CPR and make sure he is breathing his mother tells you that the boy fell from the top of the water slide you should suspect A that the boy has adhd B Hyperthermia C a heart attack D injuries related to the fall

D injuries related to the fall

According to the national highway traffic safety administration which of the following is not one of the 14 attributes of an integrated EMS system A EMS research B public education C prevention D legal representation

D legal representation

A ______ is used when the patient requires a higher concentration of oxygen than a _______ can deliver A nasal cannula, humidifier B nasal cannula, nonrebreather mask C nonrebreather mask, regulator D nonrebreather mask, nasal cannula

D nonrebreather mask, nasal cannula

The term "body mechanics" refers to the A use of various patient carrying devices B synergy of human body systems C necessary teamwork required to move the patient D proper use of the body to facilitate lifting and moving

D proper use of the body to facilitate lifting and moving

An EMR responds to a 911 call at a hotel​ lobby, where he finds an anxious man in his​ mid-forties who reports a feeling of tightness in his chest accompanied by sweating and shortness of breath. The EMR uses a​ _____ to monitor​ _____ in this patient. A conduction pathway, heart rate B position of comfort, medication C high concentration of oxygen, oxygen saturation D pulse oximeter, peripheral oxygen saturation

D pulse oximeter, peripheral oxygen saturation

What is the definition of a bandage? A. Bandages are usually only applied in the hospital; dressings are more common in EMS. B. Bandages are used primarily to splint extremities. C. A bandage is a sterile piece of gauze that usually comes in a roll form. D. A bandage is a piece of material that holds a dressing in place.

D. A bandage is a piece of material that holds a dressing in place.

Prior to lifting any patient, you should consider which of the following factors? A. The weight of the patient B. Your physical limitations C. Communications among the crew D. All of the above

D. All of the above

What are the components of the pediatric assessment triangle? A. Airway, respirations, and skin signs B. Assessment, watch for breathing, call for ALS C. Assessment, CPR, and oxygenation D. Appearance, work of breathing, and circulation

D. Appearance, work of breathing, and circulation

Which of the following is true about comparative adult and child vital signs: A. Infants have slower normal pulse rates than adults. B. Children aged 6 to 17 all have about the same normal respiration rate. C. Adult blood pressures are normally lower than those of children. D. Children normally breathe faster than adults.

D. Children normally breathe faster than adults.

You see an elderly man sitting in the tripod position. He is thin and pale and is wearing a nasal cannula attached to a portable oxygen tank. He is using accessory muscles with each breath, and his lips are pursed as he breathes.Which of the following BEST explains the pathophysiology behind this patient's disease process? A. Bronchospasm causes a temporary reduction of airflow into and out of the alveoli. B. Chronic inflammation and mucous production in the small airways reduces airflow into the alveoli. C. Infection of an area of lung tissue causes inflammation and a reduction of airflow into the alveoli. D. Destruction of the alveoli causes decreased gas exchange and loss of elasticity of the lung tissue.

D. Destruction of the alveoli causes decreased gas exchange and loss of elasticity of the lung tissue.

A difference between heat exhaustion (heat cramps) and heat stroke is: A. Heat cramp patients can typically have an altered mental state, while heat stroke patients typically do not. B. Heat cramp patients have little to no perspiration, while heat stroke patients perspire heavily. C. Heat cramp patients have a rapid pulse, while heat stroke patients have a weak pulse. D. Heat cramps may be a sign of a developing heat emergency, while heat stroke is a true life-threatening heat emergency in itself.

D. Heat cramps may be a sign of a developing heat emergency, while heat stroke is a true life-threatening heat emergency in itself.

Which of the following actions best describes what an Emergency Medical Responder should do when a patient is trapped in an overturned vehicle? A. Pull the patient to safety B. Immediately right the vehicle C. Climb into the vehicle to provide patient care D. Stabilize the vehicle

D. Stabilize the vehicle

Patients suffering from heart failure may have all of the following EXCEPT: A. a long list of medications. B. fluid backup in their circulatory systems. C. a history of cardiac and respiratory problems. D. a history of seizures.

D. a history of seizures.

The body process in which an adequate supply of oxygen converts glucose into energy is called: A. metabolic compromise. B. metabolic acidosis. C. anaerobic metabolism. D. aerobic metabolism.

D. aerobic metabolism.

For the pregnant patient with signs and symptoms of preeclampsia, you must: A. have suction ready and be prepared for seizures. B. support the ABCs as necessary and provide oxygen per protocols. C. arrange for rapid transport to the hospital. D. all of the above

D. all of the above

Generally accepted lifespan stages of adulthood include: A. middle adulthood 40 60 years. B. early adulthood 18 40 years. C. late adulthood 60 years to the end of life. D. all of the above.

D. all of the above.

An acute respiratory condition found in infants and children and characterized by a barking type of cough is known as: A. bronchiolitis. B. asthma. C. epiglottitis. D. croup.

D. croup.

Crawling along a ladder held steady by a team member is a very effective method of safe rescue for: A. decompression sickness B. victims at risk of head trauma C. victims of anaphylactic shock D. ice-related incidents

D. ice-related incidents

Your patient Stefan Smith, 25, is pale and sweaty and has lost a significant amount of blood from a severe cut to his forearm. You should: A. skip a check of vital signs in order to expedite transport. B. avoid providing oxygen because doing so might worsen his condition. C. encourage him to remain standing so he doesn't lose consciousness. D. keep him calm and cover him with a blanket to maintain normal temperature.

D. keep him calm and cover him with a blanket to maintain normal temperature.

L Normal perfusion will be endangered if there is not enough _____ in the ambient air we breathe. A. carbon dioxide B. water vapor C. potassium D. oxygen

D. oxygen

You and your partner are dispatched to a crime scene where there is a stabbing victim. Your first priority is to: A. obtain vital signs. B. perform a primary assessment. C. perform a rapid secondary assessment. D. perform a scene size-up.

D. perform a scene size-up.

Using ______________ when moving and lifting patients will greatly increase safety for everyone and reduce the chances of a career-ending injury for the rescuer. A. emergency moves B. as few rescuers as possible C. speed D. proper body mechanics

D. proper body mechanics

A(n) ________ provides specialized services, such as trauma care, pediatric care, cardiac care, stroke care, or burn care. A. outpatient clinic B. medical office C. dispatch center D. specialty hospital

D. specialty hospital

Your 25-year-old patient has a heart rate of 116. You recognize that this is: A. a normal heart rate. B. bradycardia. C. tachypnea. D. tachycardia.

D. tachycardia.

A 53-year-old male patient has cut his leg with a chain saw. His airway is patent, he is breathing 18 times per minute with good tidal volume, and supplemental oxygen has been applied. Bleeding has been controlled with a tourniquet, and the patient is pale, diaphoretic, and anxious. Due to the patient's extensive blood loss, you should expect to: A. perform a reassessment. B. gather a detailed medical history. C. question bystanders. D. treat the patient for shock.

D. treat the patient for shock.