2120 - Taser Trauma Flashcards
1
Q
Taser Trauma - 2120
Only law enforcement officers are permitted remove probe(s)
true or false?
A
true
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2
Q
Taser Trauma - 2120
- Patient transport
- the patient should be transported to the hospital if any of the following underlying circumstances apply: (8)
A
- History of delirium, mania, or irrational bizarre behavior before being tased
- Abnormal vital signs
- History or physical findings consistent with amphetamine or hallucinogenic drug use
- Cardiac history
- Altered level of consciousness or aggressive, violent behavior including resistance to evaluation
- Evidence of hyperthermia
- JSO unable or unwilling to remove probe(s)
- Any patient that meets the JFRD transport criteria.
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