A 26-year-old male patient has summoned EMS after lifting a heavy box and suddenly experiencing shortness of breath and sharp pain to the left side of his chest that worsens with deep inspiration. Given this description, you immediately become suspicious of a pneumothorax. Which action should you perform next to help confirm this suspicion?

Which of the following relationship dynamics is fundamental to helping relationships and can be used for good?

a. Power differential b. Conflict of interest c. Transference d. Dual relationship

Which of the following is the best way to handle a patient who can't communicate due to mental impairment?

a. Don't communicate; just transport to the closest hospital. b. Ask another health-care provider to tell you about the patient. c. Keeping trying to communicate with the patient. d. Use alternate forms of communication,such as sign language.