CHAP 15

Question 1

Name the four steps of reassessment and list what assessments you will make during each step:

Answer 1

1. Repeat primary assessment- reassess the mental status. maintain open airway. Monitor skin color temp. Reestablish patient priority.
2. Repeat and record patients vitals
3. Repeat history and physical exam, specifically chief complaint and injuries
4. Check interventions

Question 2

Explain the value of recording your assessment findings.

Answer 2

By recording the findings, the EMT cannot any changes, adjust treatment, or begin new treatment.

Question 3

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Answer 3

changes in a patients condition over time, such as slowing respirations and rising pulse rate, that may show improvement or deterioration, and that can be shown by documenting repeated assessment.

Question 4

The six steps involved in repeating the primary assessment are:

Answer 4

1. Reassess mental status
2. Maintain an open airway
3. Monitor breathing for rate a quality
4. Monitor pulse for rate and quality
5. Monitor skin color and temp
6. Reestablish patient priorities

Question 5

The 3 steps for check interventions are:

Answer 5

1. Ensure adequate oxygen delivery and artificial ventilations
2. Ensure management of bleeding.
3. Ensure adequacy of other interventions.