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on: Jul 3, 2018
When seeking expert advice on how to proceed at a hazardous materials incident, which of the following information is important to provide?
 
  A) Your level of EMS certification B) Your background in chemistry
  C) Amount of the substance involved D) Both A and B

Question 2

Your patient has a tracheostomy and is on a ventilator. He presents in acute respiratory distress. You assess his trach tube and it appears clear, but there is something wrong with the ventilator. You do not notice any loose fittings or disconnected tubes. The airway is clear and he is sitting upright. What is your next step?
 
  A) Connect your oxygen tank directly to the tracheostomy tube.
  B) Try to further troubleshoot the ventilator.
  C) Call the manufacturer's service hotline.
  D) Disconnect the patient and ventilate him with a bag-valve device.


Ksh22

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D


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