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What is the first action an aerospace medical technician should take when assessing a trauma
patient?
✔✔Ensure the patient's airway is clear and assess breathing.
What should be the first consideration when treating a patient with a severe allergic reaction?
✔✔Administer epinephrine if available and monitor for further symptoms.
When managing a patient with a suspected head injury, what is the most important factor to
consider?
✔✔Stabilizing the head and neck to prevent further injury.
How should an aerospace medical technician handle a patient with a burn injury?
✔✔Cool the burn with water and cover it with a sterile dressing.
What is the primary purpose of a medical evacuation?
✔✔Transport a patient to a higher level of care.
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,When assessing a patient with chest pain, what should an aerospace medical technician check for
immediately?
✔✔Signs of a heart attack or other cardiovascular event.
What should be done if a patient is experiencing a seizure?
✔✔Protect the patient from injury and allow the seizure to run its course.
What is the first priority in treating a patient with heat exhaustion?
✔✔Move the patient to a cooler area and hydrate with water.
What is the recommended course of action when treating a patient with dehydration?
✔✔Administer fluids, either orally or intravenously, depending on the severity.
What is the best way to manage a patient suffering from shock?
✔✔Keep the patient warm and elevate their legs to improve circulation.
How should an aerospace medical technician assist with a psychological emergency in the field?
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, ✔✔Provide emotional support and refer the patient to a mental health professional.
What is the appropriate action when a patient is suspected of having a broken bone?
✔✔Immobilize the injured area and transport the patient for further care.
What should an aerospace medical technician do if a patient has difficulty breathing?
✔✔Administer supplemental oxygen if needed and position the patient to ease breathing.
What is the first priority when managing a patient in cardiac arrest?
✔✔Start chest compressions immediately and provide ventilations.
What action should be taken when treating a patient with hypothermia?
✔✔Move the patient to a warm environment and rewarm them slowly.
What is the primary method for managing a patient with an open wound?
✔✔Clean the wound with sterile saline, then apply a sterile dressing.
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