Life-threatening arrhythmias will cause symptoms of decreased cardiac output

Instruments should be passed to the physician ________ and by the handle first

a. quietly b. firmly c. gently d. smoothly

A 44-year-old male was using an industrial drain cleaning solvent to clean the drains in his house. The solvent ate through the pipes on the second floor, spilling into the walls and filling the house with fumes. He was in the house for several minutes prior to getting himself out. The primary assessment reveals him to be alert and oriented with a patent airway. He is complaining of dizziness and

has rapid respirations. His radial pulse is fast and strong, and his skin is warm and pink. What action should the EMT take first? A) Insert a nasopharyngeal airway. B) Start positive pressure ventilation. C) Administer supplemental oxygen. D) Provide rapid transport in a semi-Fowler's position.