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9-1-1 Scenario: Breathing Problems

Listen to the audio clip and then test yourself by answering the following questions.

  • You will need the QuickTime player to correctly listen to the audio clip.
  • The clip will not start automatically. Press the play button to begin the clip.

1: Does this 9-1-1 call sound as if it is an emergency?
A: Yes
B: No

2: Is this patient in acute respiratory distress?
A: Yes
B: No

3: What components of the signs, symptoms, and medical history that the reporting party described indicate acute respiratory distress?
A: Inability to speak, eyes rolling back
B: Cold, clammy, blue skin
C: History of asthma
D: All of the above

4: Do you believe that this patient will continue to compensate by gasping?
A: Yes
B: No

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