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

Author Question: Which of the following patients would be tagged red using the START system? A) A 43-year-old who ... (Read 74 times)

armygirl

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 556
on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following patients would be tagged red using the START system?
 
  A) A 43-year-old who has a RR of 28, a radial pulse, and deep facial and torso lacerations and who is screaming to get her to the hospital
  B) A 6-year-old displaying no respirations with manual airway techniques and a weak carotid pulse
  C) A 30-year-old with respirations of 24 and a radial pulse but who cannot follow commands
  D) A 16-year-old with a patent airway after body and airway repositioning and a radial pulse

Question 2

An intoxicated 24-year-old female has been struck by lightning and is conscious but confused. Which one of the following assessment findings should the EMT investigate first?
 
  A) Burns to both arms
  B) Irregular heartbeat
  C) Deformity to the left wrist
  D) Unequal pupils


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

johnharpe

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 338
Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


armygirl

  • Member
  • Posts: 556
Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

Sarahjh

  • Member
  • Posts: 370
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Multiple experimental evidences have confirmed that at the molecular level, cancer is caused by lesions in cellular DNA.

Did you know?

In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.

Did you know?

Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

Did you know?

Limit intake of red meat and dairy products made with whole milk. Choose skim milk, low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Limit fried food. Use healthy oils when cooking.

Renin Angiotensi​n Aldosteron​e System Renin Angiotensi​n Aldosteron​e System
The respiratory system. The respiratory system.
The urinary system: Relationship of the kidneys to the vertebrae The urinary system: Relationship of the kidneys to the vertebrae
Female Reproductive System "الجهاز التناسلي للأنثى" Female Reproductive System "الجهاز التناسلي للأنثى"
Seven students have applied for merit scholarships. This year 3 merit scholarships were ... Seven students have applied for merit scholarships. This year 3 merit scholarships were ...
Female Reproductive System (Illustrated) Female Reproductive System (Illustrated)
Video: Non-polar compounds - insolubility

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library