A beat that appears on the rhythm strip after a long pause and causes a slower rhythm than the normal rhythm is called a(n)

A patient complaining of shortness of breath has called 911. Her history includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). When assessing the patient, which one of the following causes you to immediately prepare the patient for transport?

A) SpO2 at 94% despite supplemental oxygen B) Wheezing noted in the bases of both lungs C) Heart rate of 84 beats per minute D) Pulsating mass in the abdomen

A truly neutral cervical spine position for an adult is usually obtained with the use of:

a. towel rolls and 2 inch tape b. properly sized cervical collar c. 1-2 inches of occipital padding d. proper padding under the shoulders