A 37-year-old truck driver was pinned between a truck and the dock. On exam you find bruising to the chest, distended neck veins, bilateral but decreased breath sounds, and cyanosis. Priority care for this patient includes: A) rapid transport to the hospital. B) deferring vital signs. C) contacting medical control. D) ventilatory support.
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Step 1: Assess the patient's condition - The patient is experiencing bruising to the chest, distended neck veins, decreased breath sounds, and cyanosis, indicating potential respiratory distress. Show more…
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