PARAMEDIC FINAL EXAM; A+ GRADED

A protocol that is a written document signed by the EMS system's medical director that outlines specific directions, permissions, and sometimes prohibitions regarding patient care that is rendered prior to contacting medical control. correct answers Standing order If a paramedic transports a patient without the patient's consent or uses restraints in a wrongful manner correct answers False Imprisonment A treatment plan developed for a specific illness or injury. correct answers Protocol If you must deviate from your protocols because of unusual circumstances, you should FIRST: correct answers Notify Medical Control HIPPA mandates that: correct answers Patient information shall not be shared with entities or persons not involved in the care of the patient. HIPPA Defined: correct answers a. The first standards established to protect the confidentiality of a patient's health information. b. Medical information can be disclosed only if it is necessary for a patient's treatment or for payment. c. Special situations such as dog bites, gunshot wounds, and abuse require the release of patient information without the patient's consent. According to HIPAA, it is acceptable and permissible for hospitals to: correct answers share information with the EMS providers about patient outcome for purposes of quality assurance and education. Wheezing that is resolved with administration of bronchodilator medication was probably caused by? correct answers constriction of smooth muscles Wheezing is resolved with medications that? correct answers Relax the smooth muscle of the bronchiole Difficulty with exhalation is MOST characteristic of: correct answers obstructive lung disease COPD: Emphysema: correct answers Characterized by distention of the alveoli and destructive changes in the lungs. COPD: Chronic Bronchitis: correct answers Defined as sputum production most days of month for 3 or more months out of year for more than 2 years. Will rarely have normal oxygen saturation; (maybe less than 90%). May have another condition, including respiratory conditions A 66-year-old man with chronic bronchitis presents with severe respiratory distress. The patient's wife tells you that he takes medications for high blood pressure and bronchitis, is on home oxygen therapy, and has recently been taking an over-the-counter antitussive. She further tells