When Performing a Secondary Assessment on an Alert and Oriented

question 91

Multiple Choice

When performing a secondary assessment on an alert and oriented female with a deformed left leg, the EMT should:

• A) describe to the patient your findings and injuries as you encounter them.
• B) reassure the patient that she will be okay and the injury is nothing to worry about.
• C) inform the patient that if you assess her, she must submit to all treatment by EMS.
• D) explain to the patient what you are doing before and during assessment.

Understand the basic anatomy and functions of the human ear.

Comprehend the structure and functionality of the human eye, including vision disorders.

Describe the physiological mechanisms of hearing.

Explain the vision process from the optic chiasma to the visual cortex.

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