A patient with a past medical history of angina is complaining of ...

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A patient with a past medical history of angina is complaining of chest discomfort. When assessing the patient, which sign or symptom should alert the EMT that the patient is probably suffering an acute myocardial infarction and not an anginal attack?
 
  A) Pain radiates into the left arm.
  B) The patient complains of mild shortness of breath.
  C) Chest discomfort is not relieved by nitroglycerin.
  D) Patient's skin is not diaphoretic.

Question 2

Your coworkers would like to purchase a scoop (orthopedic) stretcher with some grant money. Before the purchase can be authorized, you have been asked to inform the purchasing committee of how this piece of equipment will benefit the service as well as enhance patient care. Your response would be:
 
  A) The scoop stretcher is good for moving patients from confined areas.
  B) The scoop stretcher does not require straps to secure the patient.
  C) The scoop stretcher is considered the best device for patients with a possible spinal injury.
  D) The scoop stretcher is much more comfortable than a wheeled stretcher.

[ashely1112]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A

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TYSM

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