Which of the following BEST describes an evisceration?
A) Epidermis that is scraped away by a rough surface
B) Flap of skin that is partially or completely torn away from the underlying tissue
C) Accumulation of blood beneath the skin, resulting in swelling
D) Open wound of the abdomen from which organs protrude
D
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What term describes a surgical incision in the neck that is held open by a metal or plastic tube through which a patient can breathe or be placed on a ventilator?
A) Tracheostomy B) Tracheopharyngeal fistula C) Stoma D) Cricothyrotomy
Which of the following is NOT a typical function of the EMS medical director?
A) Interfacing between EMS systems and other agencies B) Responding to an emergency scene with the paramedics C) Participating in the hiring process of new EMS personnel D) Developing protocols in cooperation with other EMS experts