USAF EMT Protocols 2023 Questions With Complete Solutions
Pediatric protocols should be used... correct answer: Until the pt is >45kg or displaying signs of puberty; there after adult protocols should be used. General Pt care/ Monitoring and Vascular access correct answer: -Perform hx and physical exam -Obtain Vitals: BP, HR, RR, SpO2, Pain Temp is NOT considered a vital sign in EMT Protocol -Vascular access (if required) Obtain IV Access IO Access- if IV in unobtainable and/or life threatening condition exists Alert/Verbal Pts: 2% Cardiac Lidocaine Brisojet inj - 40 mg IO x 1 for analgesia before fluid administration Airway Management correct answer: -Open , assess, clear airway- Finger sweeps (not blind), head-tilt/chin lift or modified jaw thrust If obstructed, perform Abd or chest thrusts five times and attempt to ventilate Repeat until airway is cleared - Oxygen: Titrate SpO2 > or equal to 94%, if respiratory distress/ SOB, hypoxemia (SpO2 <90% or cyanosis) - Airway Adjuncts (if needed): NPA/OPA (know your contraindications ie: gag reflex/ neck or back Injury)
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