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

Author Question: When encountering a patient exhibiting bizarre or irrational behavior, the paramedic should: a. ... (Read 69 times)

magmichele12

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 559
on: Jul 3, 2018
When encountering a patient exhibiting bizarre or irrational behavior, the paramedic should:
 
  a. Always assume the incident to be a psychotic episode and involve police assistance with restraining the patient
  b. Assume that the patient behavior is a regular occurrence and only provide transport at the request of the family
  c. Always consider metabolic and treatable causes
  d. Utilize chemical and physical means of restraint prior to initiating any other treatment modalities

Question 2

________ are responsible for establishing the rate of cardiac contraction.
 
  A) Nodal cells B) Conducting cells C) Conduction cells D) Cardiac cells


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

uniquea123

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 311
Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c
Rationale: a. There are many causes of bizarre and irrational behavior that are not related to psychosis.
b. Assumptions should not be made related to the reason of unusual behavior and the paramedic should consider treatable, underlying causes.
c. Correct.
d. Restraint should be used as a last resort and only when necessary to prevent harm to rescuers, bystanders, or the patient.

Answer to Question 2

A


magmichele12

  • Member
  • Posts: 559
Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

ktidd

  • Member
  • Posts: 319
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Amphetamine poisoning can cause intravascular coagulation, circulatory collapse, rhabdomyolysis, ischemic colitis, acute psychosis, hyperthermia, respiratory distress syndrome, and pericarditis.

Did you know?

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million Americans have some kind of food allergy. Food allergies affect between 4 and 6% of children, and 4% of adults, according to the CDC. The most common food allergies include shellfish, peanuts, walnuts, fish, eggs, milk, and soy.

Did you know?

The senior population grows every year. Seniors older than 65 years of age now comprise more than 13% of the total population. However, women outlive men. In the 85-and-over age group, there are only 45 men to every 100 women.

Did you know?

The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.

Did you know?

There can actually be a 25-hour time difference between certain locations in the world. The International Date Line passes between the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. It is not a straight line, but "zig-zags" around various island chains. Therefore, Samoa and nearby islands have one date, while American Samoa and nearby islands are one day behind. Daylight saving time is used in some islands, but not in others—further shifting the hours out of sync with natural time.

Patient with exophthalmos. Patient with exophthalmos.
Male Sexual Behavior Male Sexual Behavior
All messages must be documented and placed in the patient's chart. All messages must be documented and placed in the patient's chart.
A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records. A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records.
Positioning the Patient in the Supine Position Positioning the Patient in the Supine Position
Cyanosis as shown here at the patient’s fingertips results from a lack of oxygen in the tissues Cyanosis as shown here at the patient’s fingertips results from a lack of oxygen in the tissues
Video: Conduction of action potentials

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library