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swpotter12

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on: Jul 2, 2018
A patient involved in an altercation has been struck on the side of the head with a baseball bat, in addition to suffering several blows to the arms and legs. When assessing this patient, which of the following signs or symptoms best indicates the patient has suffered a brain injury?
 
  A) Confusion and combativeness
  B) Complaint of a headache
  C) Ecchymosis to the side of the face
  D) Weakness to both arms

Question 2

A 40-year-old firefighter became short of breath and started feeling pain in his left arm while working at a fire scene. He is alert but his skin color is poor and he seems anxious. You should first:
 
  A) attach the pulse oximeter.
  B) ask about any medications the patient is taking.
  C) administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask.
  D) apply the AED pads.


Briannahope

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

A

Answer to Question 2

C


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