SNHD AEMT Protocols Quiz with 100% Correct Answers Latest 2024 Version

Patients in shock with known adrenal insufficiency, should be administered what? - The patient's own Solu-Cortef (hydrocortisone) as prescribed Nitroglycerine is contraindicated for any patient having taken Viagra or similar medication in the past 24 hours, or 48 hours for Tadalifil, or similar - True Which of the following should occur for a pregnant patient with cord presentation? - 1. Position patient on elbows and knees with hips elevated 2. Wrap cord and keep it moist 3. Insert gloved hand to lift baby off cord 4. Obtain and document cord pulse In order to treat a hyperkalemic patient the patient must be suspected of having hyperkalemia, EKG findings consistent with hyprekalemia, and hemodynamic instability. - True For a traumatic cardiac arrest, what interventions must be performed prior to considering terminating resuscitation efforts? - 1. Open airway with basic life support measures 2. Provide effective ventilation with 100% oxygenation for two (2) minutes 3. Perform bilateral needle thoracentesis if tension pneumothorax suspected