You are caring for a patient who intentionally drank a compound with a high percentage of methanol. He is confused and lethargic, but has no obvious deficits to his airway, breathing, or circulation. En route to the hospital, he states that he is very nauseated and thinks that he is going to vomit. Your immediate action would be to:
A) check his breath sounds.
B) turn him on his side.
C) assess his abdomen.
D) prepare the suction.
B
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The spine moves in circular motion along the longitudinal axis. ____ injuries can be caused by a blow to the chin, which causes the sudden movement of the spinal column.
A. Compression B. Distraction C. Rotational D. Extension
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A service provided by a physician whose opinion or advice regarding evaluation and/or management of a specific problem is requested by another physician or appropriate resource is called:
A. referral B. concurrent care C. counseling D. consultation
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