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◉ A 12 year old male arrived at a ski resort for a ski trip 2 days ago.
The patient's mother called EMS because the patient is now
complaining of shortness of breath that increases with exertion and
a wet cough with frothy sputum. You notice cyanosis to the child's
lips. What should you suspect? Answer: High altitude pulmonary
edema
◉ A 34 year old male complains of confusion and dizziness after
working out. His skin is dry and flushed and he seems agitated. Vital
signs are BP 110/70, pulse 120, RR 24, SpO2 96%. Which of the
following should you suspect? Answer:
◉ You are caring for a 38 year old female who was found sleeping
outside after a cold night. The patient groans to painful stimuli. The
vital signs are BP 60/p, RR 8, P 40 and irregular, and SaO2 is not
reading. The patient's temperature is 32°C (89.6°F) when taken
using a tympanic thermometer. Which stage of hypothermia is this
patient suffering from? Answer: Moderate