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NREMT Paramedic Level Flashcards: Head Spine And Neurotrauma

Study Head Spine And Neurotrauma in NREMT Paramedic Level with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the key airway contraindication in suspected basilar skull fracture?

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ANSWER

Avoid nasopharyngeal airway (and nasal intubation). Nasal routes risk intracranial penetration through cribriform plate fractures in basilar skull injuries.

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A 6-month-old infant fell from a changing table. The infant is lethargic with a bulging anterior fontanelle. Vitals are BP 70/40 mmHg, HR 170 bpm, and RR 50. The skin is pale and cool. In this patient, the hypotension is most likely caused by which mechanism?
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