Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured ...

a. Anxiety concerning needles or sight of blood may cause vasculature dilation. b. May lead to a drop in blood pressure and patient collapse. c. Patients can present with: i. Anxiety. ii. Diaphoresis. iii. Nausea. iv. Syncopal episodes. d. Treatment includes: i. Place patient in shock position. ii. Apply high-flow oxygen. iii. Monitor vital ... ................
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