The two MOST common causes of death from an electrical injury are:
A) asphyxia and cardiopulmonary arrest.
B) full-thickness burns and respiratory arrest.
C) nervous system damage and massive sepsis.
D) myoglobinuria and diaphragmatic paralysis
Answer: A) asphyxia and cardiopulmonary arrest.
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You are on-scene with a 48-year-old unresponsive male patient. Bystanders state he complained of chest pain and then suddenly collapsed. Vital signs are blood pressure 68/42, pulse 36, and respiratory rate 3. He is unresponsive to painful stimuli. After performing the primary assessment and treating all life threats, what is your next intervention?
A) Package the patient for rapid transport. B) Administer high-concentration oxygen at 15 lpm by bag-valve mask. C) Insert an oral airway. D) Apply the AED.
Which of the following is NOT an element of a means of egress system?
A. Exit B. Exit vessel C. Exit access D. Exit discharge