Chapter 21 Flashcards

Emergency Medical Care Procedures

1
Q

The index of suspicion is derived directly from ……………

A

mechanism of injury

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2
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When is it acceptable to move a patient with a suspected pelvic fracture?

A

when absolutely necessary after MAST garments have been applied to stabilize the pelvic region

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3
Q

True or False? A patient experiencing respiratory difficulty should be forced to lie down in order to ease their breathing and reduce the workload on the body.

A

false

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4
Q

When performing a needle chest decompression, what is the preferred size of the needle required to adequately decompress the chest?

A

14 gage

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5
Q

What is the usual dose of morphine for adult patients in severe pain?

A

10 - 20 mg

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6
Q

What type of suture material is best used for surface closures and cause very little tissue reaction?

A

Dermalon

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7
Q

What degree of thermal burns to the skin is characterized by epidermal blisters, mottled appearance, and a red base? Damage extends into but not through the dermis. Recovery usually takes 2 to 3 weeks.

A

second degree burn

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