This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: You are responding to a call for an allergic reaction. Your partner is a new EMT and this is his ... (Read 63 times)

lbcchick

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 550
You are responding to a call for an allergic reaction. Your partner is a new EMT and this is his first call. When prepping him for what might lie on scene, what instruction regarding the assessment and treatment of an allergic reaction and/or anaphylaxis would be correct?
 
  A) If the allergic reaction was caused by exposure to chocolate or eggs, we will not be able to administer epinephrine.
  B) Epinephrine really should be given to any patient suffering even a mild allergic reaction to prevent anaphylaxis.
  C) Our first priority will not be to determine what caused the allergic reaction, but to treat the patient according to his or her symptoms.
  D) If the allergic reaction was caused by food, we will need to administer activated charcoal.

Question 2

If the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby's neck, you should:
 
  a. have the mother hold her legs together to slow down the birth of the baby
  b. place your finger under the cord and gently pull it over the baby's head
  c. quickly cut the cord to keep it from strangling the baby
  d. allow the baby to continue being born, because this will not cause a problem



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

TheNamesImani

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

b




lbcchick

  • Member
  • Posts: 550
Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


Viet Thy

  • Member
  • Posts: 329
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

Did you know?

In 1835 it was discovered that a disease of silkworms known as muscardine could be transferred from one silkworm to another, and was caused by a fungus.

Did you know?

Long-term mental and physical effects from substance abuse include: paranoia, psychosis, immune deficiencies, and organ damage.

Did you know?

Limit intake of red meat and dairy products made with whole milk. Choose skim milk, low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Limit fried food. Use healthy oils when cooking.

Did you know?

Carbamazepine can interfere with the results of home pregnancy tests. If you are taking carbamazepine, do not try to test for pregnancy at home.

Did you know?

In women, pharmacodynamic differences include increased sensitivity to (and increased effectiveness of) beta-blockers, opioids, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and typical antipsychotics.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library