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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Cardiology

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A 46-year old male is having difficulty breathing, is diaphoretic, and complains of tightness in his chest. Upon your arrival, his level of consciousness is decreased. Which one of the following is most likely to be the cause of his signs and symptoms?
  1. Myocardial infarction
  2. Severe asthma attack
  3. Hypoglycemia
  4. Spontaneous pneumothorax
Explanation
Answer: A - A myocardial infarction is the likely cause of these signs and symptoms. Patients with severe asthma will have similar symptoms but will present with audible respirations and spontaneous pneumothorax will present with pinpoint chest pain.
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