A patient involved in an altercation has been struck on the side of the head with a baseball bat, in addition to suffering several blows to the arms and legs. When assessing this patient, which of the following signs or symptoms best indicates the patient has suffered a brain injury?
A) Confusion and combativeness
B) Complaint of a headache
C) Ecchymosis to the side of the face
D) Weakness to both arms
Question 2
A 40-year-old firefighter became short of breath and started feeling pain in his left arm while working at a fire scene. He is alert but his skin color is poor and he seems anxious. You should first:
A) attach the pulse oximeter.
B) ask about any medications the patient is taking.
C) administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask.
D) apply the AED pads.
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