As you perform a primary assessment on a patient, you find the patient is completely unresponsive, has no radial pulse, but has a rapid, weak carotid pulse. Breathing is rapid and shallow, color is pale, and the skin is wet. These findings would lead you to believe that the patient is in:

Dispatch sends you for a transfer to a neonatal intensive care unit for a newborn delivered 6 weeks early with some respiratory compromise. How should this neonate be transported?

Which of these is the most likely cause of a syncopal episode in the patient whose heart was racing prior to passing out?

You are called to a residence where a neighbor found a child wandering around outside the residence next door. The child appears about 2 years of age, is only wearing a diaper, and the weather is cold. This neighbor says she saw the mother drive away earlier, she assumed to take the older kids to school. The house is searched and no one else is home. Which of the following would be the most responsible action of EMS personnel on the scene?

In the EMS service, what are the risks associated with scheduling personnel for 24 hour shifts?

You are providing care to an elderly patient complaining of difficulty in breathing. The patient has a past medical history of COPD, tobacco use, and hypertension. The patient is conscious and alert. You have placed them on CPAP. Which of the following signs would indicate that your current choice of treatment is not working? Select all that apply.

While assessing the skin color of your patient, you notice signs of peripheral and circumoral cyanosis. Which of the following should you MOST likely suspect as the cause of the cyanosis?

You arrive on scene to find an adult complaining of difficulty breathing. Breathing rate is 20 times per minute with adequate volume. Lung sounds are clear and equal without accessory muscle usage. Color is normal and his pulse oximeter reading is 100% on room air. How would you describe this patient’s respiratory status?

Which of the following is the MOST important aspect of obtaining a primary (initial) assessment of your patient?

During an emergency move, you lock your back in a straight position and flex your knees. Select the BEST reason for assuring you lift properly.