You are caring for a seven-year-old in ventricular fibrillation. ...

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You are caring for a seven-year-old in ventricular fibrillation. The child weighs 19 kg. You have just delivered your first shock, and another paramedic reports that she has obtained IO access. You should direct the paramedic to administer what dose of epinephrine?
 
  A) 1.019 mg of 1:10,000
  B) 1.9 mg of 1:1,000
  C) 0.19 mg of 1:10,000
  D) 0.019 mg of 1:1,000

Question 2

A young female was involved in an altercation and stabbed in the abdomen with an ice pick. After being stabbed, she quickly removed the ice pick. She states that there was not much bleeding but does say it stings quite a bit. Assessment reveals a small puncture wound to the right upper quadrant with some dried blood around the site. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of the EMT in caring for this patient?
 
  A) Keeping the entry site clean and free of infection
  B) Assessing for internal blood loss or shock
  C) Assessing for underlying injury to the spleen
  D) Preventing air from entering the abdominal cavity

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B

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