You Have Been Put in Charge of Creating a Protocol

question 31

Multiple Choice

You have been put in charge of creating a protocol that will direct care provided by EMS. In regards to a drowning patient who is severely hypothermic and in cardiac arrest, what would you propose?

• A) Provide CPR only and withhold the AED.
• B) Withhold resuscitation if the patient's temperature is lower than 86∘F.
• C) Apply the AED and shock once if indicated. Contact medical direction if additional shocks are needed
• D) Administer the usual care provided to any other patient in cardiac arrest.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Personal Liability

The legal obligation of an individual to repay his or her debts, often extending to personal assets if necessary.

Double Taxation

The imposition of two or more taxes on the same income, asset, or financial transaction, often occurring with income taxed both at corporate and personal levels.

Firm Life

The period during which a company operates, from its inception to the point it ceases operations or is dissolved.

Ease of Formation

The simplicity with which a business or company can be legally established, often considered in the context of different types of business entities like corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.