The AEMT should perform an urgent or emergency move when the:
A) patient shows no compromise of airway, breathing or circulation.
B) patient is stable but in a lot of pain.
C) scene contains an immediate threat to the crew or patient.
D) crew has another emergency call holding.
Question 2Which of the following is the result of a portion of the heart muscle dying due to a lack of oxygen?
A) Angina pectoris
B) Cardiac arrest
C) Myocardial infarction
D) Heart failure
Question 3Which of the following is TRUE regarding elevating a patient's legs and feet in the presence of shock?
A) It improves circulation to the upper body.
B) It interferes with the movement of the diaphragm.
C) It increases blood flow to the brain.
D) It relieves the pressure on the lower back.
Question 4Which of the following is the beneficial action of nitroglycerin in some cardiac emergencies?
A) It dilates blood vessels throughout the body.
B) It dilates only the coronary arteries.
C) It reduces the strength of ventricular contractions.
D) It slows down the heart rate.
Question 5Which of the following describes Fowler's position?
A) Lying flat on the back
B) Lying on the side
C) Lying on the stomach
D) Sitting upright at > 45 degree angle
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