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Bob-Dole

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During the scene size-up on a call for a patient with penetrating trauma due to a stab wound, which of the following should you do?
 
  A) Collect anything that could be used as evidence.
  B) Check for weapons on or near the patient.
  C) Try to find out in which direction the assailant fled.
  D) Assume that the patient has no weapons if law enforcement is on the scene.

Question 2

A 9-year-old boy has fallen from a swing. Assessment findings reveal no threats to the airway, breathing, or circulation, but do indicate deformity, pain, and swelling to his right wrist. The right radial pulse is strong and is accompanied by skin that is pink and warm to the touch. Which one of the following actions indicates that the EMT is properly caring for this patient?
 
  A) Straightening the wrist to promote blood flow to the hand
  B) Maintaining the wrist below the level of the heart to decrease swelling
  C) Applying cold packs to the wrist to reduce swelling
  D) Massaging the wrist gently to decrease the pain


Ahnyah

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C



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