When she is dispatched to an emergency call, which piece of information is it most essential that the EMT obtain first?

Which of the following cardiac dysrhythmias cannot produce a pulse?

A) Ventricular fibrillation B) Ventricular dysrhythmia C) Bradycardia D) Tachycardia

You respond to an ill male patient. Upon arrival, you note a farmer who is complaining of not feeling well. The patient presents in a tripod position with copious secretions, lacrimation, vomiting, and evidence of urination and defecation. You suspect:

A) anticholinergic exposure. B) cholinergic exposure. C) sympathomimetic exposure. D) extrapyramidal syndrome.