This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: During the secondary assessment, the EMT notes instability and a flail segment to a patient's lower ... (Read 44 times)

Yi-Chen

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 550
on: Jul 2, 2018
During the secondary assessment, the EMT notes instability and a flail segment to a patient's lower left lateral chest. The EMT would immediately:
 
  A) auscultate breath sounds.
  B) stabilize the segment with his hand.
  C) start positive pressure ventilation.
  D) apply bulky dressings to the area.

Question 2

In patients with blood loss, only about _____ of the fluid is still in the vascular space ______ after it is administered.
 
  A) one-half; two hours
  B) one-third; one hour
  C) two-thirds; one hour
  D) three-quarters; two hours


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

allisonblackmore

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 330
Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


Yi-Chen

  • Member
  • Posts: 550
Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

blakcmamba

  • Member
  • Posts: 335
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The effects of organophosphate poisoning are referred to by using the abbreviations “SLUD” or “SLUDGE,” It stands for: salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI upset, and emesis.

Did you know?

Liver spots have nothing whatsoever to do with the liver. They are a type of freckles commonly seen in older adults who have been out in the sun without sufficient sunscreen.

Did you know?

Though Candida and Aspergillus species are the most common fungal pathogens causing invasive fungal disease in the immunocompromised, infections due to previously uncommon hyaline and dematiaceous filamentous fungi are occurring more often today. Rare fungal infections, once accurately diagnosed, may require surgical debridement, immunotherapy, and newer antifungals used singly or in combination with older antifungals, on a case-by-case basis.

Did you know?

Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.

Did you know?

Looking at the sun may not only cause headache and distort your vision temporarily, but it can also cause permanent eye damage. Any exposure to sunlight adds to the cumulative effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on your eyes. UV exposure has been linked to eye disorders such as macular degeneration, solar retinitis, and corneal dystrophies.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The MRI lab includes the scanning instrument and a computer statio Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The MRI lab includes the scanning instrument and a computer statio
Nurising history for heart assessment Nurising history for heart assessment
ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: ulnar deviation. ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: ulnar deviation.
Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly
Clinician performing capillary refill assessment. Clinician performing capillary refill assessment.
Video: Acid-base imbalances - respiratory acidosis and alkalosis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library