Which of the following guidelines applies to the prehospital administration of IV fluids in the patient with hemorrhagic shock?
A) Administer hypertonic saline solution or colloids at a keep-open rate.
B) Administer synthetic oxygen-carrying fluids as necessary to increase the level of consciousness.
C) Begin with a 2,000 mL bolus of isotonic crystalloid solution infused under pressure.
D) Administer isotonic crystalloid fluids only as necessary to maintain perfusion.
Question 2
Which one of the following statements made by an EMT indicates a correct understanding of glucose in the human body?
A) Once ingested, glucose is broken down into carbohydrates and used for energy.
B) All cells in the body require glucose for energy and cannot use anything else.
C) Glucose is transformed into fats, which the cells of the body use for energy.
D) The cells of the brain cannot use anything else but glucose for energy.
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
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