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When should a rapid extrication technique be performed on a patient?
A rapid extrication technique should be performed when a patient is in a life-threatening situation, especially if they are trapped in a vehicle or another hazardous environment. This technique is essential when there is a risk of further injury, such as in the presence of fire, smoke, or unstable surroundings. Additionally, it should be used if the patient's condition indicates the need for immediate medical intervention that cannot be provided while they are still in the vehicle. Safety of both the patient and rescuers must be prioritized during the process.
What do i do as a medical assistant if a patient faints?
A medical assistant can help a patient who is fainting by helping the patient get to a seated position. This lessens the risk of injury to the patient from falling. The medical assistant should then instruct the patient to lower his or her head below the knees. This promotes blood flow to the brain. The patient should then be instructed by the medical assistant to breathe slowly and deliberately. In the meantime, the medical assistant should seek further assistance from a physician or other healthcare professional. The source of the patient's fainting (syncope) should be obtained.
When should defibrillation be used?
It should be performed immediately after identifying that the patient is experiencing a cardiac emergency, has no pulse, and is unresponsive.
Vehicle maintenance should be a?
responsibility of the driver/owner and performed on a regular basis.
How often should brake cable replacement be performed to ensure optimal safety and performance of a vehicle?
Brake cable replacement should be performed every 60,000 to 100,000 miles to ensure optimal safety and performance of a vehicle.
What precautions are associated with sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy.cannot be performed on an uncooperative patient, since movement during the procedure could cause the vein to tear or the esophagus to perforate and bleed. It should not be performed on a patient with a perforated gastrointestinal tract.
When is chemonucleolysis not a treatment option?
Chemonucleolysis should not be performed on patients allergic to chymopapain or papaya. It also should not be done: when the patient is pregnant, if the disk is sequestered, if the patient has had several failed back operations.
How often should rotating brake rotors be performed to ensure optimal performance and safety of a vehicle?
Rotating brake rotors should be performed every 15,000 to 70,000 miles, depending on the vehicle and driving conditions, to maintain optimal performance and safety.
Who should not receive defibrillation?
Defibrillation should not be performed on a patient who has a pulse or is alert, as this could cause a lethal heart rhythm disturbance or cardiac arrest.
How should patients be prepared for a transhepatic biliary catheterization?
The standard preoperative blood tests are performed. The patient should not eat or drink the day of the procedure.
What care should a patient receive after laser surgery?
Most laser surgeries can be performed on an outpatient basis, and patients are usually permitted to leave the hospital or medical office when their vital signs have stabilized. A patient who has been sedated should not be discharged.
Which patient should be treated first the medical asthmatic patient presenting with apnoea or a trauma patient with severe bleeding on the proximal right extremity?
It's a matter of priority, what is more important loss of blood or lack of Oxygen. If the trauma patient is conscious put a bandage in their hand and tell them to apply pressure and elevate the limb if there is no sign of a fracture. Then you can concentrate on the medical patient. Put the asthma patient into the semi-seated position get them to take their inhaler and don't forget to call for the EMS.
