You have just completed your primary assessment of a 48-year…

You have just completed your primary assessment of a 48-year-old man with crushing chest pain and difficulty breathing. The patient has been given 324 mg of aspirin and is receiving supplemental oxygen. As you begin your secondary assessment, you note that his mental status has deteriorated and he is now bradycardic. You should:

Your 18-month-old male patient presents with stridor, nasal…

Your 18-month-old male patient presents with stridor, nasal flaring, and retractions. His mom says he has had a runny nose for three days. Vital signs are BP 84/46, P 124, R 28, and a temp of 101.8 Fahrenheit. In addition to blow-by oxygen, you should administer