Some patients may experience an intolerance to a medication. All of the following can be an indication of intolerance EXCEPT _______

S: This new patient got into a fight a week ago, smacked a person and had his left third knuckle cut with a tooth. This has been red and swollen for the last couple of days. Today it is much redder and much more swollen. lt is very tender

PAST MEDICAL HISTORY: No medical problems. MEDICATIONS: NONE. ALLERGIES: NONE. O: VITAL SIGNS: As noted. HEENT: Unremarkable. LUNGS: Clear. HEART: Regular rate and rhythm. EXTREMETIES: The left knuckle over the metacarpophalangeal joint is erythematous approximately 7 cm patch with a little bit of swelling right over the joint. It is very tender to touch. A: Cellulitis of the left hand. P: We will put him on Cephalexin 500 two pills three times a day for 10 days. We gave him Lortab 7.5 very 4–6 hours as needed for pain. He is to keep heat on this and follow up in 48 hours. If he is getting worse, he should come back sooner. ICD-9-CM diagnosis code(s): _____________________ __________________________________________________ ICD-10-CM diagnosis code(s): _____________________ __________________________________________________ CPT code(s) with modifier, if applicable: _____________________ What will be an ideal response?

In an emergency situation, what is the conduct expected of a prudent paramedic under similar circumstances?

a. Delegated practice b. Scope of practice c. Standard of care d. Standing order protocols