The EMT would suspect that a patient suffers from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), as opposed to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when he observes:
A) relationship problems.
B) confusion and disorientation.
C) anxiety and anger.
D) left arm amputation.
Question 2
A supervisor senses that an EMS crew that has just conducted a very dramatic, but unsuccessful, rescue of a drowned child may be experiencing very intense emotions about the incident. Which of the following is an appropriate supervisory action?
A) Do nothing unless the providers become obviously distressed.
B) Refer all crew members to psychiatric help at the end of the shift.
C) Minimize any effects by keeping a low-key attitude about the incident.
D) Initiate a resiliency based care program to care for the mental health of the crew.
Brain Diagram
Part C - Structure and function of the human brain
Health care - patient-centered
Brain Damage Caused by Stress
Lobes of the Brain
Algorithm for assessing a patient at risk for suicide.