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What is likely to result from accidental leakage (extravasation) of IV medication such as vasopressors or hypertonic solutions?

Which of these is a cause and/or presentation of Cor Pulmonale? Select 3 optionsChoose 1 cause: (A or B)Choose 2 symptoms: (C, D, E, F)

(2 of 2)A patient suffered blunt trauma to the head with a penetrating injury to the neck. Assessment finds an open neck wound which has blood oozing from it.The patient is suspected to have an air embolism.How should a paramedic position them during transport?Select 2 options

An ABG is obtained for a patient. Which of these findings most likely suggests respiratory failure?

A conscious & alert adult was struck in the anterior chest by a piece of heavy machinery and is c/o of severe midline precordial chest pain (9/10). Ventilations are unlabored at a normal rate; breath sounds are clear and equal bilaterally; heart sounds S1 and S2. Radial and femoral pulses are equal, rapid and irregular; ECG ST w/ PVCs; SpO2 96%; jugular veins are flat. There is redness and bruising over the sternum with point tenderness to palpation but no crepitus. Chest expansion is equal with no paradoxical movements, no difficulty swallowing, or variation in BP between the arms.What injury should be suspected?

(3 of 3)A 9-month-old presents with respiratory distress. The infant has low tone and limited interactivity with their surroundings. History reveals cold-like symptoms for several days with a runny nose, loss of appetite, persistent cough w/ mucous, and mild fever. RR is rapid, the upper airway is patent. VS: P 80; RR 60 and shallow; SpO2 88%; EtCO2 48, wheezing, retractions, prolonged expiration w/ air trapping, and increasing exhaustion. Which of these would be most helpful to add to the patients treatment plan?

An awake and oriented adult with a history of asthma presents with severe dyspnea and speaking in one syllable words. Exam: accessory muscle use; breath sounds have diffuse wheezing; skin is warm and dry. VS: BP 134/80; P 100; R 28 labored; SpO2 89%; EtCO2 55 with wave form. IMC with vascular access is complete. What actions are of highest priority? Select 2 options

Choose the correct hypothesis for each clinical presentation below:

(1 of 2)A patient suffered blunt trauma to the head with a penetrating injury to the neck. Assessment finds an open neck wound which has blood oozing from it.Select 2 options:Priority care measures:Select 1: A, B or CWound care dressing:Select 1: D or E

(5 of 6)En RouteAn ALS EMS ambulance and BLS engine crew are dispatched at night for a “man down” in an area known for high interpersonal violence. There are reports of blood visible on the sidewalk near a sharp object. Law enforcement has cleared the area for any active threats. SceneAn unresponsive adult presents with a patent airway, spontaneous breathing w/ adequate depth & rate, and a rapid radial pulse. There is no visible bleeding and skin is pale, cool and moist. The sharp object has been revealed as a hypodermic needle/syringe, which caused a small amount of blood to trickle on the sidewalk. Bystanders report seeing the patient “self-inject” himself prior to the incident. The syringe is labeled “insulin.”Given the latest scene update, which of these is the most important action to take next?