Author Question: A 40-year-old man uses a wheelchair because he has multiple sclerosis. He has a service dog that ... (Read 68 times)

tuffie · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

A 40-year-old man uses a wheelchair because he has multiple sclerosis. He has a service dog that assists him with his daily activities. Today he is complaining of a fever and believes that he may have pneumonia. He tells you that he has to take his dog, Garth, with him. You should:

A) advise him that animals are not allowed in ambulances or medical facilities under any circumstances.
B) ask him to see the dog's official papers to verify that it is a service animal.
C) let him know that the dog is welcome as long as its behavior does not endanger anyone.
D) tell him that it is up to the ambulance crew to make these decisions on a case-by-case basis, but bringing the animal is discouraged.

Question 2

While he is changing the battery on a truck, acid from the battery splashed into a 66-year-old male's right eye. He complains of burning pain to his right eye and he is having a hard time keeping it open. He is alert and oriented and has no problems with his airway, breathing, or circulation. Your next action would be to:

A) cover both eyes and provide immediate and rapid transport.
B) rinse the eye with a mixture of sterile water and activated charcoal.
C) place a cold pack to the eye and immediately transport to the hospital.
D) irrigate the eye with tap water for a minimum of 20 minutes.