Multiple Choice
A patient's general clinical presentation indicates to the respiratory therapist (RT) that the patient is in distress. The RT's first step should be to:
A) call a code and stand by to assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) .
B) do a complete physical examination to determine the precise cause of the distress.
C) evaluate the problem quickly and intervene or locate someone to assist the patient.
D) follow the procedure learned in class to introduce himself or herself to the patient and ask the patient what is wrong.
Correct Answer:
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