Which of the following equipment is categorized as a critical item?

Assessment findings on an elderly patient with congestive heart failure indicate that her failing heart is causing fluid to collect and fill her alveoli. Based on this pathophysiology, for which pulmonary complication should the EMT treat the patient?

A) Decreased blood pressure B) Collapse of the bronchi C) Swelling of the tongue D) Decreased gas exchange

Which one of the following patients would be the highest priority for transport?

A) 24-year-old who is intoxicated and is complaining of pain and spasms to his legs B) 34-year-old with confusion and cool diaphoretic skin along with tachycardia C) 28-year-old responsive to verbal stimuli with tachycardia and cool, moist skin D) 19-year-old responsive to verbal stimuli with hot dry skin and tachycardia