DEATH IN THE FIELD

Question 1

Six reasons to withhold or stop efforts

Answer 1

DNR, Pulseless/apneic in MCI, Decapitation, Rigor mortis in warm environment, decomposition, lividity

Question 2

What should you do with a pt in VF?

Answer 2

treated and transport

Question 3

If a traumatic arrest and you see VF what should it do for your index of suspicion?

Answer 3

That it is medical event

Question 4

At a trauma scene what three events could be playing a factor?

Answer 4

cardiac arrhythmia, seizure, or hypoglycemia

Question 5

A viable rhythm in a patient with penetrating trauma may reflect hypovolemia or

Answer 5

Obstructive shock (tamponade or tension pneumothorax)