9. A 58 year old male complains of general weakness and tells you that he hadsevere chest
pain and shortness of breath the day before. You hear takes at the bases of both lungs. His
skin is pale, cool, and clammy.Vital signs are BP70/40, P 110 and weak, R 28.You should
suspect
a. cardiogenic shock
b. hypovolemic shock
c. angina pectoris
d. pulmonary embolism
Answer a. cardiogenic shock
10. An unresponsive 52 year old females in respiratory failure after being struck in the
chest with a metal pipe. With each breath only one side of herchest rises. She has
subcutaneous emphysema and absent radial pulses. What should you do?
a. begin chest compressions
b. apply blow-by oxygen
c. apply bulky dressings to the chest
d. provide positive pressure ventilations
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