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SNHD EMT EMS PROTOCOLS EXAM
UPDATED ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT
SOLUTIONS.
which of the following describes heat exhaustion? - correct answer- elevated body temp cool, moist skin weakness anxious tachypnea
When is cervical stabilization not preformed? - correct answer- penetrating trauma to the head and or neck with no evidence of spinal injury, injuries where placement of the collar might compromise patient assessment, airway management, ventilation and/ or hemorrhage control, patient in cardiac arrest
which of the following are contraindications for a traction splint?
- correct answer- pelvic fracture or instability, knee, lower leg,
or ankle instability
what should happen to orogastric or nasogastric tubes during transfer? - correct answer- left in place, closed off, set to suction
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identify the correct H's in the pneumonic H's and T's - correct answer- hypovolemia, hypoxia, hydrogel ion (acidosis), hypo/hyperkalemia, hypothermia
for a suspected traumatic brain injury, how far should the head be elevated? - correct answer- 30''
resuscitation of a traumatic cardiac arrest may be terminated when which of the following conditions have been met? - correct answer- physician approves termination of resuscitation, airway opened with basic life support measures, provide effective ventilation with 100% oxygen for 2 minutes, preform bilateral needle throacentesis if tension pneumothorax suspected.
the administration of nitroglycerin is contraindicated for any patient who has used erectile dysfunction medications within the last 24 hours - correct answer- false
what applies for a mild allergic reaction - correct answer- skin rashes, itchy sensations, hives, no respiratory involvement
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