Identify the types of radioactive decay.

Define radioactive decay

Match the following Radiation Emergency concepts from the CDC: 

The author’s decision to become an entrepreneur: 

en rt.jpg Which tasks should the paramedic assign to the EMT’s in effort to improve response and readiness? Select the 3 correct options. 

scene.jpgThe patient presents unconscious, there is no apparent seizure activity, and RR are slow with gurgling / secretions in the airway. No cervical spine injury is suspected. After your previous actions, respirations are 10 per min. and shallow without audible noise, stridor, wheezing or effort; SpO2 70%; EtCO2 68; glucose 80. Gag reflex absent. IMC in progress. You should:

Determine which PRIMARY acid-base disruption is likely for each scenario:

scene.jpgThe patient presents unconscious, there is no apparent seizure activity, and RR are slow with gurgling / secretions in the airway. No cervical spine injury is suspected. What should be added to preoxygenate this patient to prepare for advanced airway placement?

post 2.jpg During transport, SOP’s call for IV medication administration, which is carefully calculated in mg/kg.  Why is carefully measured dosing important for a pediatric patient? 

scene.jpg What should the paramedics prioritize after arrival? Select the two options that are correct.