SCRN Exam 1 with Questions and Solutions

SCRN Exam 1 with Questions and Solutions Drip and ship treatment has been significantly increased by A. Use of telemedicine B. Education of emergency department (ED) providers C. Reduced cost of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) D. Education of emergency medical services (EMS) ANSWER A. Use of telemedicine Which of the following statements is true about the emergency medical services (EMS) system in the United States? A. Protocols are consistent across all states B. All prehospital personnel are paid and regulated regarding education and competencies C. Stroke is a high-urgency call in all areas of the country D. Most state EMS are divided into regions/ districts that function independently ANSWER D. Most state EMS are divided into regions/ districts that function independently The majority of lawsuits in the United States related to the emergency department (ED) phase of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) care are regarding A. Hemorrhagic transformation after [IV tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) B. Failure to offer IV tPA C. Delay in CT scanning D. Emergency medical service (EMS) transport to wrong hospital ANSWER B. Failure to offer IV tPA