A roofer on top of a two-story house called 911 after experiencing chest pain and dizziness. You are providing care to the patient on top of the roof and the fire department has arrived to help remove the patient from his present location. As the patient is brought down the ladder, your highest priority as an AEMT is:
A) safety of the patient.
B) providing patient care.
C) safety of the other rescuers.
D) your personal safety.
Question 2If the feeding tube is surgically inserted into the stomach, it is called a(n):
A) jejunal tube.
B) gastric tube.
C) AV graft.
D) AV fistula.
Question 3The most common complication associated with urinary catheters is the development of:
A) urinary tract infections.
B) subdural bleeding.
C) occlusion.
D) sepsis.
Question 4You suspect that the bruising to the face of an 88-year-old woman is the result of abuse by her caregiver. On-scene which one of the following is MOST appropriate?
A) Call law enforcement and wait with the patient for them to arrive.
B) Apply ice to the bruise and transport the patient to the ED.
C) Inconspicuously investigate the house for additional clues.
D) Confront the caregiver about your suspicion.
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