EMT FISDAP FINAL questions and answers

what do you do for labored, contstriction, or lack of tidal volume Correct Answer: assist ventilations with BVM What do you do for acid in eyes Correct Answer: irrigate, if contacts take them out Signs and Symptoms of tension pneumothorax Correct Answer: progressive shortness of breath increased altered level of consciousness neck vein distention tracheal deviation What organ could be affected by trauma to the upper right quadrant Correct Answer: liver flail chest is charcterized and defined by Correct Answer: paradoxical motion 2 or more ribs broken in two or more places subcutaneous emphysema what is it and how to treat Correct Answer: A characteristic crackling sensation felt on palpation of the skin, caused by the presence of air in soft tissues. treat by positive pressure ventilations Daughter is power of attourney and wants father to recieve care, father is AxO x4 and does not want care Correct Answer: Respect patient wishes because he is concious without altered mental status Open fracture and bleeding PPE Correct Answer: gloves, mask, goggles What EMS statistic is needed to reduce speed limit in given area Correct Answer: Fatalities and injuries that have happened on that stretch of road