AAOS EMT Eleventh Edition Chapter 9 Patient Assessment questions with correct answers

Which of the following scenarios does NOT involve the presence of any symptoms? Select one: A. A 44-year-old male with abdominal pain and severe dizziness B. A 61-year-old female who is unconscious with facial cyanosis C. A 55-year-old male with a severe headache and 2 days of nausea D. A 49-year-old female with blurred vision and ringing in the ears CORRECT ANSWER A 61-year-old female who is unconscious with facial cyanosis Which of the following actions would NOT be performed during the scene size-up? Select one: A. Asking a neighbor to secure the patient's dog B. Notifying the dispatcher to send fire personnel C. Rapidly assessing a patient's respiratory status D. Noting the position of a crashed motor vehicle CORRECT ANSWER Rapidly assessing a patient's respiratory status You are assessing a 72-year-old man with abdominal pain. The patient is sitting in a chair; he is conscious, alert, and calm. As you are talking to the patient, your partner discreetly directs your attention to a handgun, which is located on a nearby table. You should: Select one: A. position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law enforcement assistance.