PICC ___________________________________________________ Fill ...

[Mimi]

PICC ___________________ ___________________ _____________
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Your patient is a 55-year-old male who was found in the parking lot behind a tavern. He states that he was assaulted and robbed by three individuals. He is complaining of being hit in the face and kicked and punched in his ribs and stomach. Your examination reveals contusions and swelling around both eyes, bleeding from the nose, a laceration of his upper lip, and multiple contusions of the chest, abdomen, and flanks. Which of the following should cause the greatest concern regarding the prehospital care of this patient?
 
  A) Getting a description of the assailants
  B) The swelling around his eyes, which may be reduced by applying a cold pack
  C) Potential internal injuries
  D) The presence of any defensive wounds the patient may have sustained

[dpost18]

Answer to Question 1

Peripherally inserted central catheter

Answer to Question 2

C

[Mimi]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bblaney]

TYSM