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clmills979

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A motorcyclist wearing a full helmet was thrown from his motorcycle after hitting a patch of oil. The bike had been traveling at a high rate of speed. Manual inline spinal stabilization is being held by an off-duty AEMT. The primary assessment reveals the patient to be responsive to painful stimuli and breathing rapidly. His radial pulse is weak and fast. As you quickly scan his body, you note deformity to the left femur and lower leg. Your immediate action should be to:
 
  A) place a nonrebreather face mask.
  B) expose his left lower extremity.
  C) apply a cervical collar.
  D) remove his helmet.

Question 2

You suspect that the bruising to the face of an 88-year-old woman is the result of abuse by her caregiver. On-scene which one of the following is MOST appropriate?
 
  A) Call law enforcement and wait with the patient for them to arrive.
  B) Apply ice to the bruise and transport the patient to the ED.
  C) Inconspicuously investigate the house for additional clues.
  D) Confront the caregiver about your suspicion.


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EAN94

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


clmills979

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
:D TYSM

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Excellent

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