1. You are treating a middle-aged man with chest discomfort. He has a history of three previous heart attacks and takes nitroglycerin as needed for chest
... [Show More] pain. You have standing orders to administer aspirin to patients with suspected cardiac-related chest pain or discomfort. While your partner is preparing to give oxygen to the patient, you should:
A. ensure that the patient's systolic blood pressure is at least 100 mm Hg as aspirin dilates the blood vessels and can cause a drop in blood pressure.
B. confirm that the patient is not allergic to aspirin, give him the appropriate dose of aspirin, and document the time and dose given.
C. assists the patient in taking only his nitroglycerin. Aspirin should not be given in conjunction with nitroglycerin.
D. contact medical control, apprises him or her of the patient's chief complaint and vital signs, and request permission to give him aspirin. Correct Answer B. confirm that the patient is not allergic to aspirin, give him the appropriate dose of aspirin, and document the time and dose given.
2. Why does the incidence of diabetes mellitus increase with age?
A. Decreased food intake, decreased weight gain, and decreased blood sugar levels
B. Decreased physical activity, increased weight gain, and decreased insulin production
C. Increased physical activity, increased food intake, and increased insulin production
D. Decreased physical activity, increased weight gain, and decreased blood sugar levels Correct Answer B. Decreased physical activity, increased weight gain, and decreased insulin production
3. How does respiration differ from ventilation?
A. Respiration occurs when the diaphragm and intercostal muscles contract, whereas ventilation occurs when those same muscles relax.
B. Respiration occurs when oxygen is delivered to the cells of the body, whereas ventilation occurs when carbon dioxide is removed.
C. Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas ventilation is the movement of air between the lungs and the environment.
D. Ventilation occurs when air is forced into the lungs, whereas respiration occurs when air is drawn or sucked into the lungs. Correct Answer C. Respiration is the process of gas exchange, whereas ventilation is the movement of air between the lungs and the environment.
4. During a 30-minute transport of a stable patient, you should reassess him or her at least ________ times.
A. 2 [Show Less]