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What should be included on the rhythm strip or 12-lead ECG sent to the receiving facility?
In the scenario of non-traumatic abdominal pain, what is the recommended action if a patient shows symptoms of shock?
Which action is NOT recommended for a patient with non-traumatic abdominal pain?
What should be done if a patient is experiencing nausea and vomiting in conjunction with abdominal pain?
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What factor governs whether a 12 Lead ECG is considered in the treatment protocol for a patient with abdominal pain?
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At what age should pediatric protocols be initiated for patient care?
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What should be done first when a patient shows signs of a life-threatening condition?
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How often should vital signs be obtained during patient transport?
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In which situation should airway intervention be implemented?
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What is the minimum number of sets of vital signs required for all patient transports?
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What personal safety measure should be taken before engaging with a patient?
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Which protocol should be followed in case of trauma?
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What is necessary to establish for fluid or medication administration?
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Study Notes
General Pre-Hospital Care
- Patient care should be initiated at the patient's side before movement or transport for most medical conditions.
- Pediatric patients (under 14 years or up to 36 kg) are treated with pediatric protocols when applicable.
- Scene safety is assessed, and appropriate personal protective equipment is used.
- Trauma patients are treated according to the General Trauma-Treatment Protocol.
- Patients with life-threatening illness or injury should not be required to move independently.
- Crashing patients or patients with impending arrest are treated according to the Adult or Pediatric Crashing Patient/Impending Arrest-Treatment Protocol.
- Primary survey is completed.
- Airway interventions are implemented based on the Airway Management-Procedure Protocol.
- Oxygen administration and assisted ventilations are implemented per the Oxygen Administration-Procedure Protocol.
- Life-threatening conditions are assessed and treated with appropriate protocols.
- Vital signs are taken, including pulse oximetry if available, every 15 minutes or more often.
- Secondary survey is performed according to the patient's state.
- Specific protocols are followed for the patient's condition.
- Patient care is documented per the Documentation and Patient Care Records Protocol.
- Vascular access is established for potential fluid or medication administration.
- Cardiac monitor is applied, and the rhythm is treated according to the appropriate protocol.
- 12-lead ECG may be obtained depending on the MCA selection.
- Medication list for the patient is provided to the receiving facility when possible.
Abdominal Pain (Non-traumatic)
- General Pre-hospital Care-Treatment Protocol is followed.
- Physical exam of the abdomen is conducted, including central and bilateral distal pulse assessment.
- Patients experiencing shock are treated according to the Shock-Treatment Protocol.
- Patient is positioned for comfort, unless trauma-related, in which case the General Trauma-Treatment Protocol is followed.
- Patient is not allowed to eat or drink. ODT medications are allowed.
- Patients experiencing nausea and vomiting are treated with the Nausea and Vomiting-Treatment Protocol.
- Pain is treated according to the Pain Management-Procedure Protocol.
- 12-lead ECG may be performed depending on the MCA selection and protocol.
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This quiz focuses on essential pre-hospital care protocols for various patient conditions, including pediatric and trauma scenarios. You will learn about assessments, treatments, and safety regulations that must be followed while providing emergency care. Test your knowledge on critical interventions and protocols applicable to both adult and pediatric patients.
