SNHD AEMT Protocols Quiz (100% Accurate Answers)

Patients in shock with known adrenal insufficiency, should be administered what? correct answers The patient's own Solu-Cortef (hydrocortisone) as prescribed Nitroglycerine is contraindicated for any patient having taken Viagra or similar medication in the past 24 hours, or 48 hours for Tadalifil, or similar correct answers True Which of the following should occur for a pregnant patient with cord presentation? correct answers 1. Position patient on elbows and knees with hips elevated 2. Wrap cord and keep it moist 3. Insert gloved hand to lift baby off cord 4. Obtain and document cord pulse In order to treat a hyperkalemic patient the patient must be suspected of having hyperkalemia, EKG findings consistent with hyprekalemia, and hemodynamic instability. correct answers True For a traumatic cardiac arrest, what interventions must be performed prior to considering terminating resuscitation efforts? correct answers 1. Open airway with basic life support measures 2. Provide effective ventilation with 100% oxygenation for two (2) minutes 3. Perform bilateral needle thoracentesis if tension pneumothorax suspected Where should stable patients be transported? correct answers To a hospital of their choice What is the northern border for St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus's trauma catchment area? correct answers Sunset What is the eastern border for St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus's trauma catchment area? correct answers County Border What is the west border for St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus's trauma catchment area? correct answers I-15 Which patients should go to a hospital that has declared internal disaster? correct answers The ability to ventilate has not been established, and patients in cardiac arrest According to the Rule of 9's, the posterior torso of a child accounts for how much of the body surface area? correct answers 18% What is the adult dose of Epinephrine for a patient experiencing an allergic reaction? correct answers .5mg Which of the following are not approved stroke centers? correct answers Mesa View Boulder City Hospital North Vista