What are you worried about?

Of course, any SOB call is potentially very serious. As you're rolling to the scene, what are you thiking about? What might the root cause of this be? Some things to consider are:

• Asthma attack
• CHF
• COPD
• COVID
• Pneumonia?
• MI?

What do you bring to the patient and why?

• Jump kit - for vitals
• O2 bag - if O2 or CPAP is needed
• If you transport, you will probably need the stair chair

What do you do when you first see the patient?

Answer 3

What Signs and Symptoms would you expect?

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What do you do when you have the patient in the back of 13A?

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Where are you taking the patient and why?

Answer 6

What is the entry note to the hospital?

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What is your patient transfer report to the ED staff?

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