Author Question: A diver has summoned 911 after he came to the surface and became short of breath and itchy all over. ... (Read 100 times)

altibaby · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

A diver has summoned 911 after he came to the surface and became short of breath and itchy all over. Additionally he complains of a headache. Assessment reveals a patent airway, adequate breathing, clear breath sounds, and the following vital signs: pulse 92, respirations 20, blood pressure 156/62, and SpO2 at 96. Proper care of this patient should include which one of the following?

A) High-concentration oxygen and epinephrine via Epi-pen
B) High-concentration oxygen through a nonrebreather face mask
C) Epinephrine through an Epi-pen, and immediate transport to the hospital
D) Oxygen, epinephrine through an Epi-pen, and bronchodilator from an MDI

Question 2

When using the fibrinolytic Retavase, the second dose is given:

A) 30 minutes after the first dose
B) 20 minutes after the first dose
C) 10 minutes after the first dose
D) immediately after the first dose