A patient in early shock informs the EMT that that he has had severe diarrhea and vomiting over the past four days. Given this history, the EMT should recognize the pathophysiology of the shock as:
A) loss of red blood cells.
B) decreased formed elements in the blood.
C) leakage of the capillaries.
D) loss of plasma volume.
Question 2
What is the first step in a rapid takedown of a standing patient ?
A) Manually stabilize the patient's head and neck
B) Applying oxygen
C) Positioning a long spine board behind the patient
D) Applying a properly sized cervical collar
For ice massage, ice is frozen in a cylindrical container or a paper cup (A). The top half of the cu
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