A patient involved in an altercation has been struck on the side of the head with a baseball bat, in addition to suffering several blows to the arms and legs. When assessing this patient, which of the following signs or symptoms best indicates the patient has suffered a brain injury?
A) Confusion and combativeness
B) Complaint of a headache
C) Ecchymosis to the side of the face
D) Weakness to both arms
Question 2
A 40-year-old firefighter became short of breath and started feeling pain in his left arm while working at a fire scene. He is alert but his skin color is poor and he seems anxious. You should first:
A) attach the pulse oximeter.
B) ask about any medications the patient is taking.
C) administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask.
D) apply the AED pads.
The respiratory system. (a) Sagittal section of the head and neck, revealing the organs of the upper
The physician will begin visual inspection of the patient immediately upon entering the examination ...
Examples of endocrine disorders. (C) A patient with congenital hypothyroidism.
Anatomy of the heart. Remember: It is labeled right and left based on the patient’s perspective.
Patient Physical Status Classification
Alternating one-hand kneading to the upper arm. Squeeze the biceps side, then the triceps side, ...