On follow-up, the ED physician informs you that a patient whom you transported earlier was found to have a hemothorax. In this condition:
A) The trachea is torn
B) Fluid and blood collect around the heart
C) The pleural membranes are punctured by a rib
D) Blood collects in the chest cavity, collapsing the lung
D) Blood collects in the chest cavity, collapsing the lung
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Which of the following are the BEST example of counseling and/or coordination of care?
A. A physician discusses the presenting problem, prognosis and treatment plan with the patient in the patient's hospital room B. A physician independently reviews the radiology image in the presence of the patient in the clinic exam room, explaining the presenting problem in relation to the radiology results C. A physician orders explains the necessary diagnostic testing and need for a second opinion with the patient's family just outside the patient's room while the patient is sleeping D. All of the above
If a physician insists that you perform an intervention that you are not properly trained to perform, it would be MOST appropriate to:
A) perform the ordered intervention to the best of your ability. B) ask the physician if he or she can suggest another alternative. C) refuse to perform the intervention and follow your protocols. D) ask the physician to talk you through the procedure over the phone.