17 Questions
Which of the following situations require a carboxyhemoglobin level to be recorded?
All of the above
What is the treatment for a patient with a carboxyhemoglobin level of 5-9%?
100% O2 via NRB mask
What is the maximum baseline CO level for smokers?
9% COHb
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with carbon monoxide poisoning?
Seizures
What is the recommended treatment for a patient with a carboxyhemoglobin level of 25%?
Administer 100% oxygen
Which of the following is a characteristic of a first-degree burn?
Red and painful
What is the recommended treatment for a simple pneumothorax?
Supportive treatment
What is the primary mechanism responsible for the death of muscle cells in crush syndrome?
All of the above
What is the maximum amount of fluid that should be infused for a patient with hypoperfusion due to trauma?
2 liters
Which of the following is a possible cause of sudden cardiac death in a patient with a crush injury?
Mixing of toxins with oxygenated blood
Which of the following is the recommended treatment for a patient with a crush injury and widened QRS complexes on ECG?
Infusion of 2 liters of Sodium Bicarbonate over 1 hour
Which of the following is NOT an indication for spinal motion restriction (SMR) in a patient with a positive spinal injury?
Reliable Patient
Which of the following is the correct dosage for Epinephrine Push Dose?
0.5 - 2 mL of a 10 mcg/mL solution every 2 - 5 minutes
Which of the following is the correct procedure for transporting a patient with an embedded or impaled object in the eye?
Transport the patient in a supine position with the object stabilized securely
For pregnant patients that are 4 months or more pregnant, what is the recommended position during transport?
Tilt the patient on the left side or elevate right buttock and push uterus to the left
Which of the following is the correct treatment for a complete amputation of a finger?
Rinse with saline or water, place on moist gauze, place in plastic bag, apply pressure dressing
What is the appropriate protocol for pain control in patients with acute pain due to fractures, burns, or other types of trauma?
Pain Control Protocol
Test your knowledge on spinal injury assessment and the SERT guidelines. Learn about the toxic mixture of fluids, electrolytes, and acids that can occur in crush injuries and the potential complications when released into circulation. Discover the importance of understanding this process in order to provide appropriate medical care.
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