A phlebotomist was supposed to perform a skin puncture on a patient but the patient had very cold, pale hands. What step should the phlebotomist consider next?

Which of the following is typical of arterial insufficiency ulcers?

A. Arterial insufficiency ulcers tend to have copious wound drainage. B. Arterial insufficiency ulcers tend to be irregular or jagged in shape. C. Arterial insufficiency ulcers tend to be located on the distal foot. D. Arterial insufficiency ulcers tend to have a fibrous or glossy coating over the wound bed.

After being assaulted by her boyfriend, an 18-year-old female who is 33 weeks pregnant is found unresponsive in her bedroom. She appears to have been beaten in the head and abdomen as evidenced by multiple hematomas and lacerations to these areas. Which assessment finding should concern the EMT most and be addressed first?

A) Rapid heart rate B) Bright red vaginal bleeding C) Abdominal contusions D) Room air SpO2 at 93%