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You are called to a residence for an unresponsive patient. The patient, an 86-year-old man, has reportedly been depressed recently. An empty bottle of Inderal is next to the patient, who is bradycardic and hypotensive. To best care for this patient, you should:

A 24-year-old pregnant woman is actively seizing. Her partner reports that she complained of abdominal pain approximately 10 minutes ago, and then began seizing. He reports that the seizure activity has been consistent for the past 10 minutes, and that she has no significant medical history. You should:

A first-time mother has called 911 because her 5-day-old son is “acting sick.” Your assessment reveals a lethargic infant with a patent airway, adequate respirations, and a pulse rate of 100 beats per minute. His skin is cold to the touch and mottled. The mother reports she was giving the child a bath just prior to calling EMS. You suspect:

A newborn is listless and has a heart rate of 62 beats per minute after 30 seconds of stimulation. You should FIRST:

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of sepsis?

Which drug is given as an infusion for stable, symptomatic wide complex V-Tach with a pulse for a pediatric patient?

An injury to which cervical vertebra(e) may prevent a person from breathing?

A doctors orders you to give 10 mcg/kg/minute of Dobutamine.  What would be an appropriate dose of Dobutamine in a pediatric patient weighing 33 pounds?

Which rhythm would epinephrine be contraindicated for in a pediatric patient?

You are caring for a 42-year-old woman who is 32 weeks pregnant with twins. She is complaining of a severe headache and blurred vision, and lives in a rural area approximately 30 miles from the nearest ED. Your physical exam reveals significant peripheral edema and the following vital signs: heart rate 98, blood pressure 156/98 mmHg, respirations 18. The patient states she has a history of hypertension, but has not taken her prescribed medications because “they aren’t safe for the babies.” Appropriate treatment for this patient includes: