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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Pathophysiology

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Which of the following are findings associated with carbon monoxide poisoning? Choose all that apply.

Low oxygen saturation noted on the pulse oximeter
Bright red face
Shortness of breath
Altered level of consciousness
All of the above

Explanation

Answers: B, C, and D - Carbon monoxide exposure can cause shortness of breath, altered level of consciousness, and bright red skin. Pulse oximetry is not an effective indicator of carbon monoxide poisoning and can give a normal reading despite severe cellular hypoxia associated with CO exposure.

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