While Working to Build a House, a Construction Worker Was

question 18

Multiple Choice

While working to build a house, a construction worker was hit in the head by a 2" × 4" plank that slid from the roof and fell to the ground below. The patient has a sizable laceration to the left side of his face and is spitting blood. He also lost several teeth, two of which he is holding. Your initial action when caring for this patient would be to:

• A) suction the airway.
• B) establish manual in-line spinal stabilization.
• C) obtain and preserve the teeth.
• D) apply occlusive dressing to the laceration.

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Definitions:

Auxiliary Drive Gear

A secondary gear system used to power additional vehicle components or systems apart from the main drive gear.

Twin-Countershaft Transmission

A transmission design with two parallel countershafts, providing high durability and efficiency.

PTO Gears

Gears associated with the Power Take-Off system, which allows auxiliary equipment to draw power from a vehicle's engine.

Mainshaft Washers

Washers placed on the mainshaft of a gearbox or transmission system to ensure proper spacing and prevent metal-to-metal contact.