You are assessing a 49-year-old male complaining of lower back pain. Which one of the following would be pertinent medical information related to the back pain that the EMT will obtain using the SAMPLE mnemonic?

Which of the following BEST describes the location of an escalator's manual stop switch?

A. Next to the closest exit door B. On a handrail at the top of the unit C. In an equipment room located in the building D. On nearby wall or handrail at top or bottom of unit

If you receive a copy of a valid DNR order after you have begun resuscitation attempts, you are ethically obligated to:

A) cease resuscitation efforts. B) check the patient's breathing and pulse before ceasing resuscitation efforts. C) continue resuscitation until ordered to stop by medical direction. D) continue resuscitation attempts until the patient is transported to an emergency department.