Author Question: You are transporting a patient who was bitten on her hand by a spider about 20 minutes ago. On-scene ... (Read 62 times)

luminitza · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

You are transporting a patient who was bitten on her hand by a spider about 20 minutes ago. On-scene the primary assessment revealed no life threats and vital signs were stable. While conducting your ongoing assessment, which one of the following would be of MOST concern to the AEMT?

A) Hives to the chest and abdomen
B) Swelling to the area of the bite
C) Complaint of a headache
D) Increased pain to the area of the bite

Question 2

In preparation for delivery, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

A) Have tepid water available for cleansing the fetus.
B) Deliver an IV fluid bolus of isotonic fluids.
C) Drape the mother with sterile sheets if time permits.
D) Put on sterile gloves, mask, and gown.