An unresponsive patient was ejected from a car as it rolled at a high rate of speed. The primary assessment is complete and you are providing positive pressure ventilation with high-concentration oxygen. The patient has a significant deformity to the right side of his head, and both pupils are equal but slow to react to light. He also has deformity to the forearms. Vital signs are: pulse 144, respirations 24 and inadequate, blood pressure 90/50 mmHg, and SpO2 97. Based on this presentation, the EMT should:
A) look for evidence of bleeding in an area of the body other than the brain.
B) reassess the pupils and treat the patient for a severe head injury.
C) splint both arms and reassess the vital signs prior to departing the scene.
D) apply a nonrebreather face mask and prepare for possible seizure activity.
Question 2
When a patient or bystander at the scene of an emergency displays fear, anger, or grief, this is best described as which of the following?
A) Post-traumatic stress disorder B) Stress reaction
C) Neurosis D) Catharsis
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of
Positioning the Patient in the Supine Position
Patient having glaucoma test.
An open chamber MRI may be more comfortable for the patient, but images may not be as distinct.
Aphid and High Fluid Pressure