An 18-year-old patient has difficulty breathing after being rescued from a lake. The vital signs are BP 142/74 mmHg, P 108/min, R 28/min and shallow, and SpO# 92% on room air. Despite administering oxygen, there is no improvement in the patient condition. What action should the EMT take next?

• A.Acquire and transmit a 12-lead ECG.
• B.Administer nitroglycerin.
• C.Initiate rapid transport.
• D.Apply CPAP.

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A drowsy 72-year-old female complains of difficulty breathing. Her respiratory rate is 50, and her SpO# is
89% on room air. You should suspect

• A.Respiratory arrest
• B.Respiratory alkalosis
• C.Respiratory failure
• D.Respiratory distress

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An 18-year-old patient is 40 weeks pregnant, and delivery is imminent. Which of the following actions should the EMT anticipate performing for the newborn? Select the three answer options that are correct.

• A.Drying
• B.Warming
• C.Suctioning
• D.Stimulating
• E.Providing ventilations
• F.Initiating chest compressions

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A 76-year-old patient has behavioral changes that began this morning. The patient is also having trouble ambulating and speaking. Which of the following conditions should the EMT suspect? Select the two answer options that are correct.

• A.Stroke
• B.Infection
• C.Allergic reaction
• D.COPD exacerbation
• E.Myocardial infarction

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Which of the following would potentially complicate patient care during a helicopter transport?

• A.Position of the patient's head within the aircraft
• B.Use of air splints to immobilize fractures
• C.Maintaining 98% oxygen saturation
• D.Increase in the atmospheric humidity

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