Author Question: You are driving an ambulance with antilock brakes. A deer darts out in front of the ambulance. Your ... (Read 103 times)

nramada · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

You are driving an ambulance with antilock brakes. A deer darts out in front of the ambulance. Your most appropriate action would be to:

A) swerve into the opposite lane.
B) apply the brakes for 3 seconds, and then release.
C) gently pump the brakes.
D) apply constant and firm pressure to the brakes.

Question 2

Which statement made by an EMT shows that he understands the care of a patient with a localized cold injury to the foot?

A) While it is best to remove wet clothing from the patient, it is best to leave clothing that is frozen to the skin in place.
B) If the patient has blisters on his foot, it is beneficial to break them so the fluid inside will not freeze and cause additional injury.
C) Gentle massage of the foot has been shown to help the patient since this enhances the circulation of warm blood to the cold area.
D) The EMT should avoid immobilizing the foot since this will further decrease circulation of blood into the cold area.