Two EMTs are on-scene of a behavioral call at a psychiatric facility. The medical personnel state that the patient had a psychotic episode and slashed his wrists. During the call, the patient claims to hear the voice of God and says that the voice is hurting his ears. The patient refuses to be transported to the emergency department, becomes combative, and bites one of the EMTs. Which of the following should NOT be documented on the EMS report?
A) The fact that the patient slashed his wrists
B) The fact that the EMT had an exposure incident
C) The fact that the patient was violent and bit the EMT
D) The fact that the patient hears voices
Question 2
In which of the following instances might digital intubation NOT be indicated?
A) The airway is blocked by a foreign body.
B) The patient has copious secretions.
C) Your equipment fails.
D) Patient position does not allow for visualization.
These older adults are participating in an exercise class at their assisted-living facility
Federal vs state law
Medical assistants perform many functions in a physician's office or a clinic.
The medical assistant often has to reassure and comfort the patient before effective communication c
The medical assistant escorts the patient into the examination room.
Comparison of Paper Medical Records and Electronic Health Records