A patient has referred pain to her left shoulder. What should the EMT suspect?
A) Hemorrhage from the spleen
B) Rupture of the small intestine
C) Damage to the gallbladder
D) Trauma to the right kidney
A) Hemorrhage from the spleen
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Which of the following statements about patient restraint is TRUE?
A) Restraints can be released once the patient is in control of himself. B) Roller bandages for restraint do not cause neurovascular damage to the extremities, but leather restraints do. C) Handcuffs are an acceptable choice for prehospital care. D) Four-point restraints should be used.
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Asking a patient, "Have you eaten today?" represents what part of the SAMPLE question format?
A) L B) P C) A D) M
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