The rule of palm is BEST used when:

The rule of palm is BEST used when:
 
  A) third-degree burns are present.
  B) body surface area is large.
  C) body surface area is smaller.
  D) superficial burns are present.

Question 2

During the primary assessment, how should you BEST determine the adequacy of a patient's breathing?
 
  A) Compare the respirations and pulse rate.
  B) Examine the rise and fall of the chest.
  C) Calculate the number of breaths per minute.
  D) Determine the patient's mental status.

Question 3

A patient has been burned to the entire anterior chest, abdomen, neck and face. Using the rule of nines, approximately what percentage of the patient is burned?
 
  A) 18
  B) 36
  C) 27
  D) 9

Question 4

On-scene you find a 91-year-old woman who fell down two steps after suddenly complaining of a severe headache. She is unresponsive with gurgling respirations. What instruction should you immediately give your partner?
 
  A) Please perform the head-tilt/chin-lift to open the airway.
  B) Let us move her to the stretcher and get moving to the hospital.
  C) Get the suction out and clear out her airway.
  D) Check her breathing and let me know the rate.