An 86-year-old male patient has experienced a sudden change in mental status and is repeatedly striking a fist against his leg. When you question him, he does not respond. This presentation is most consistent with which condition?

Breathing sounds that should concern the EMT are:

A) snoring, gurgling, wheezing, and crowing. B) tachycardia, retractions, and diaphragmatic breathing. C) retractions, and diaphragmatic breathing. D) snoring, gurgling, wheezing, crowing, and crowning.

What is the first step in giving aerosol medications?

A) Contact medical control to receive permission to give the medication. B) Make sure the patient is suffering from asthma, emphysema, or bronchitis. C) Complete the primary assessment and take vital signs. D) Determine that the inhaler actually belongs to the patient.