There are general rules when dealing with psychiatric emergencies. Which of the following is NOT one of those rules and would be considered inappropriate?
A) Identify yourself and your role.
B) Never make eye contact with the patient, as it will just increase his nervousness.
C) Speak slowly and clearly, using a calm and reassuring tone.
D) Listen to the patient. You can show you are listening by repeating part of what the patient says back to him.
Question 2
You have been called to a hunting camp for a patient with a severe localized cold injury to his hand and fingers. The patient is suffering no life-threatening conditions and you elect to rewarm the affected areas. Which one of the following would be appropriate for this patient?
A) Immerse the hand and fingers in water no hotter than 120F.
B) Place the hand lower than the heart after rewarming is complete.
C) Do not stir the water while the hand is submerged to decrease risk for injury.
D) Thaw and rewarm the tissue as quickly as possible.
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EMS personnel respond to emergencies and transport patients to the hospital.
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