The EMT Is Transporting a Patient with the Diagnosis of Wernicke-Korsakoff

question 101

Multiple Choice

The EMT is transporting a patient with the diagnosis of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. As such, the EMT would recognize that the patient has a past medical history of:

• A) alcoholism.
• B) drug abuse.
• C) pancreatic failure.
• D) liver failure.

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Definitions:

Sibling History

Information about the health, diseases, or other medical conditions of an individual's brothers and sisters.

Blood Flow Turbulence

Blood flow turbulence refers to irregular or chaotic blood flow within the cardiovascular system, often detected as a heart murmur and can be indicative of various heart conditions.

Swishing Sound

Often related to the auditory phenomenon produced by the movement of liquid or air, typically associated with certain medical conditions or physiological activities.

Valvular Disorder

A medical condition affecting the heart valves’ ability to open and close properly, impacting blood flow.