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NREMT EMR First Responder

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All of the statements below are steps responders should take when treating a patient experiencing anaphylactic shock except one. Which of the statements does not apply to treating patients experiencing anaphylactic shock?
  1. Patients may have medications such as epinephrine or antihistamines
  2. Look for medical identification devices indicating that the patient has an allergy problem
  3. Look for a “vial of life” or similar sticker at residence entrance or refrigerator door
  4. Begin transport of the patient to a medical facility immediately
  5. Ask the patient if they are allergic to anything and whether they have been in contact with those substances
Explanation
Answer: D - All of the statements above explain steps responders should take while treating anaphylactic shock patients except patients should not necessarily be transported immediately. It may be more important to wait for EMTs to respond and stabilize the patient for transport. Check local protocols to find out whether transporting the patient is allowed in your jurisdiction.
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