Which of the following statements made by a female patient would make the EMT highly suspicious of mittelschmerz?
A) I had some sharp belly pain but it seems to be going away now.
B) My menstrual flow seems heavier than normal.
C) I finished my period yesterday and now I am nauseated.
D) It seems that I have had a yellow vaginal discharge for two days.
Question 2
An elderly male patient with a history of COPD, hypertension, and diabetes presents as lethargic and confused. His airway is patent, and breathing adequate. His skin is hot and radial pulse strong, regular, and bounding. Vital signs are: pulse 112, respirations 20, blood pressure 108/64, SpO2 94, and temperature 102.8 F. Also noted is swelling to his right lower leg. Given these assessment findings, the EMT should suspect what condition as responsible for the patient's altered presentation?
A) Infection
B) Peripheral edema
C) Hypoxia
D) Tachycardia
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