You are ventilating an adult patient with a bag-valve mask when you notice that his abdomen is getting bigger. You should:
A) apply cricoid pressure. B) decrease the flow of oxygen.
C) suction the airway. D) apply pressure to the abdomen.
Question 2
A patient has inhaled cyanide gas. He is alert and complaining of shortness of breath. His airway is patent, his breathing is adequate, and his radial pulse is strong. His skin is warm and dry, and his breath sounds are clear. Given these assessment findings, what should the EMT do first?
A) Administer the antidote for cyanide.
B) Monitor the patient and transport.
C) Obtain vital signs with the patient in a supine position.
D) Administer oxygen via nonrebreather mask.
Building competency in patient centered care
Each patient is greeted by the receptionist.
A patient examination room should be simple and efficiently designed.
Notice the small motor gear on the left drives a larger plastic gear (black), which then drives ...