A 23-year-old female has been involved in a serious motor vehicle collision. Which assessment finding best indicates that she has a flail segment?
A) Paradoxical chest wall movement
B) Shortness of breath
C) Intense pain with inspiration
D) Decreasing SpO2 reading
A
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Which one of the following should you do next? A) Start positive pressure ventilation. B) Check for a radial pulse. C) Determine the mental status. D) Place a yellow tag on his wrist.
The signs and symptoms of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) may last up to:
A) 24 hours. B) 1 hour. C) 30 minutes. D) 6 hours.