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nummyann

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A pregnant 31-year-old has been shot in the neck. Currently, she is responsive to verbal stimuli, with an open airway and rapid, but adequate respirations. Her radial pulse is weak and fast. Vital signs are as follows: pulse 152, respirations 22, blood pressure 92/76, and SpO2 at 100 on high-concentration oxygen. When caring for this patient, what other intervention will most benefit this patient?
 
  A) Application of the pneumatic anti-shock garment (PASG)
  B) Wait on scene for an ALS paramedic with an ETA of 10 minutes
  C) Immobilization and immediate transport
  D) Cover with a blanket and transport in a semi-Fowler's position

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What would be the approximate size ET tube to use for a toddler you intend to intubate?
 
  A) 4
  B) 5
  C) 3
  D) 6


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Bigfoot1984

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

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nummyann

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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