Which Statements by the Paramedic Who Brought a Patient to the Emergency

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which statements by the paramedic who brought a patient to the emergency department would indicate correct field treatment of a patient suspected of being in shock?. Select all that apply.

• A) "An endotracheal tube was inserted prior to transport."
• B) "Secondary assessment took place during transport."
• C) "The IV was started while we were at the scene."
• D) "My partner applied direct pressure to the bleeding wound as we moved the patient to the ambulance."
• E) "Blood was drawn for blood cultures before we left the scene."

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