Early signs of respiratory distress in the pediatric patient include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Which of the following situations is NOT typically addressed by EMS system protocols?

A) Triage B) Requirements for continuing education C) Transfer to appropriate facilities D) Mode of patient transportation

As you are evaluating a pregnant patient who is supine on a couch, your partner informs you that the blood pressure is 78/50, pulse of 100, and respirations of 16. You should:

A) place her on her left side and retake vitals. B) give rapid IV fluid boluses and transport immediately. C) start chest compressions to keep BP above 80. D) give dextrose 5 percent by IV titrated to 100 mmHg systolic.