A roofer on top of a two-story house called 911 after experiencing chest pain and dizziness. You are providing care to the patient on top of the roof and the fire department has arrived to help remove the patient from his present location. As the patient is brought down the ladder, your highest priority as an AEMT is:

What statement accurately describes multisystem trauma?

A) Multisystem trauma is the leading cause of death for those over the age of 65 years. B) The multisystem trauma patient is less likely to develop shock if otherwise healthy. C) Multisystem trauma has a noted higher incidence of morbidity and mortality. D) The definitive care for multisystem trauma is cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Which of the following is not a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?

A. Burning in the hands or fingers B. Hands that go to sleep frequently C. Pain from the wrist that travels up the arm D. Weakness or numbness in the hands or fingers E. Pale, cool fingertips