The stinger of a wasp is evident in the left thigh of a female who states that she is allergic to bees and has a Epi-pen for such occasions. She states that the sting occurred 2 hours ago and she just now noticed that the stinger remains in place. She did not take her epinephrine and appears asymptomatic for an allergic reaction. At this time, you would:
A) administer the epinephrine.
B) remove the stinger as taught.
C) apply a warm pack to the sting site.
D) attempt identification of the wasp.
Question 2
You are treating a 7-year-old male who was found floating face down in a swimming pool. He is not breathing and has a weak pulse at 80 beats per minute. You should:
A) begin CPR.
B) provide positive pressure ventilations.
C) roll him to his side to drain the water from his lungs.
D) apply the AED.
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