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What is the purpose of online medical control in EMS?
What is the purpose of online medical control in EMS?
- To obtain approval for medications
- To prevent contamination of the patient
- To call the base hospital for assistance
- To seek guidance during emergency medical situations (correct)
What should be included in the documentation when administering medication?
What should be included in the documentation when administering medication?
- The time of administration (correct)
- The weather condition outside
- Patient's favorite color
- The type of shoes the patient is wearing
What is the key difference between colloid and crystalloid solutions?
What is the key difference between colloid and crystalloid solutions?
- Colloids can cross membranes and alter fluid levels
- Crystalloids have high osmolarity compared to colloids
- Colloids can carry oxygen while crystalloids cannot
- Crystalloids have a short duration of action compared to colloids (correct)
Why should IV access be limited to distal areas of extremities?
Why should IV access be limited to distal areas of extremities?
What is the purpose of a saline lock in IV therapy?
What is the purpose of a saline lock in IV therapy?
What is the recommended angle for inserting an IV catheter?
What is the recommended angle for inserting an IV catheter?
Which of the following is a common sign of vein irritation during IV therapy?
Which of the following is a common sign of vein irritation during IV therapy?
How can infiltration during IV therapy be defined?
How can infiltration during IV therapy be defined?
"Hypertonic solutions like saline can cause sudden fluid shifts from intravascular space to the cells. What is a potential consequence of this shift?"
"Hypertonic solutions like saline can cause sudden fluid shifts from intravascular space to the cells. What is a potential consequence of this shift?"
What is the main purpose of utilizing sterile technique in medical procedures?
What is the main purpose of utilizing sterile technique in medical procedures?
Which solution category is known for containing molecules that are too large to pass through capillary membranes?
Which solution category is known for containing molecules that are too large to pass through capillary membranes?
What is the recommended angle for inserting an IV catheter?
What is the recommended angle for inserting an IV catheter?
Which vein is commonly cannulated for IV access and is located behind the jaw?
Which vein is commonly cannulated for IV access and is located behind the jaw?
What is a potential consequence of vein irritation during IV therapy?
What is a potential consequence of vein irritation during IV therapy?
What is the purpose of a saline lock in IV therapy?
What is the purpose of a saline lock in IV therapy?
What should be done first when changing an IV bag during therapy?
What should be done first when changing an IV bag during therapy?
What is a common sign of infiltration during IV therapy?
What is a common sign of infiltration during IV therapy?
What should be avoided when choosing a site for IV access?
What should be avoided when choosing a site for IV access?
What is a key characteristic of crystalloid solutions?
What is a key characteristic of crystalloid solutions?
