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
Taking a Patient’s Oral Temperature with an Electronic Thermometer
(a) The Dmanisi cranium (right) shows similarities to early African H. erectus including the Narioko
An open chamber MRI may be more comfortable for the patient, but images may not be as distinct.
Assisting the patient to transfer from the bed or examining table to a wheelchair.
Drugs for Early and Moderate Heart Failure
Early 20th century warming