Author Question: Which of the following is recommended in situations in which a tourniquet must be used? A) Apply ... (Read 110 times)

cmoore54 · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

Which of the following is recommended in situations in which a tourniquet must be used?

A) Apply the tourniquet over the elbow or knee.
B) Apply a bulky dressing and bandage over the tourniquet.
C) Remove the tourniquet as soon as bleeding is controlled to minimize further damage to the limb.
D) Use a material that is wide and thick.

Question 2

The EMT, after administering any medication, must do which of the following?

A) Reconsider the five rights, reassess the patient, and contact medical control.
B) Document the administration, reassess the patient, and report to the receiving facility.
C) Document the route, dose, and time; reassess the patient; and re-administer the medication.
D) Wait 5 minutes, repeat the medication if needed, and reassess the patient's vitals.