A patient states that he is allergic to poison ivy and was burning it yesterday when he accidentally inhaled some of the smoke. Today, he awoke and found a red rash to the back of his left hand and called 911. Assessment reveals him to be alert and oriented, with easy respirations, and a blood pressure of 128/70 mmHg. Your next action would be to:
A) provide immediate and rapid transport.
B) assist the patient with his epinephrine auto-injector.
C) obtain a medical history.
D) call for advanced life support (ALS) assistance.
C
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A. cleaning agents used at home B. patient's residential water supply C. protective equipment worn on job D. patient's hobbies/avocational pursuits
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Ordered: Zocor 25 milligrams Have: Zocor 12.5 milligrams per tablet Desired dose: ________
What will be an ideal response?
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