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.

The MOST practical way to prevent cross contamination of patients would be to:

At the conclusion of a primary assessment, what is the principal reason we determine the priority of the patient?

How should you determine the responsiveness of a newborn?

During which of the components of the patient assessment process are vital signs first taken?