Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive hea…

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF), hypertension, and coronary artery disease presents with acute dyspnea. He is experiencing worsening symptoms over the past 24 hours, including fatigue and difficulty breathing while lying flat (orthopnea). His current medications include beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics.Phase : En RouteThe patient is placed on CPAP at 10 cmH₂O. His oxygen saturation improves to 94%. However, he continues to complain of dyspnea. His blood pressure remains stable at 160/90 mmHg. Lasix (furosemide) 40 mg IV is administered as ordered.What is the primary benefit of CPAP in CHF exacerbation?

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive hea…

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF), hypertension, and coronary artery disease presents with acute dyspnea. He is experiencing worsening symptoms over the past 24 hours, including fatigue and difficulty breathing while lying flat (orthopnea). His current medications include beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics.Phase: Post Scene Upon arrival at the hospital, the patient is stabilized and transferred to the ED. His oxygen saturation is 96% on CPAP, blood pressure is 150/85 mmHg, and crackles are slightly reduced. A debrief is conducted.Which sign indicates the patient is improving after prehospital care?

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive hea…

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF), hypertension, and coronary artery disease presents with acute dyspnea. He is experiencing worsening symptoms over the past 24 hours, including fatigue and difficulty breathing while lying flat (orthopnea). His current medications include beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics.Phase : En RouteThe patient is placed on CPAP at 10 cmH₂O. His oxygen saturation improves to 94%. However, he continues to complain of dyspnea. His blood pressure remains stable at 160/90 mmHg. Lasix (furosemide) 40 mg IV is administered as ordered.What is the primary reason for administering Lasix in this scenario?

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive hea…

Scenario:A 68-year-old male with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF), hypertension, and coronary artery disease presents with acute dyspnea. He is experiencing worsening symptoms over the past 24 hours, including fatigue and difficulty breathing while lying flat (orthopnea). His current medications include beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics.Phase: Post Scene Upon arrival at the hospital, the patient is stabilized and transferred to the ED. His oxygen saturation is 96% on CPAP, blood pressure is 150/85 mmHg, and crackles are slightly reduced. A debrief is conducted.What should be included in the hospital handoff report?