An AEMT is allowed to administer some medications through an intravenous line which is considered part of the:

A female patient who is 35 weeks pregnant tripped and fell down 12 stairs. She is complaining of back pain as well as nausea. She is fully immobilized and being nonemergently transported to the hospital for evaluation. While en route, she exclaims that she is having contractions and thinks that her water may have broken. Which one of the following should you do immediately?

A) Provide rapid transport and continue monitoring. B) Examine her genitalia for crowning or bleeding. C) Tilt the long spine board to the left side. D) Release her from the long board and prepare for delivery.

Many patients with neuromuscular degenerative diseases receive chronic respiratory support at home. Ultimately, what step may you, as a paramedic, have to take immediately, regardless of the type of respiratory support available in the patient's home?

A) Alter dosages of medications already in use to achieve a better effect. B) Intubate and ventilate. C) Call the patient's physician and get orders not addressed by your protocols. D) Rapidly become familiar with the patient's medical equipment.