Question

You are dispatched to a local high school track and field event for a 16-year-old male who fainted. The outside temperature is approximately 95°F (35°C) with high humidity. Upon your arrival, the patient is conscious, alert, and complains of nausea and a headache. His skin is cool, clammy, and pale. You should ________.

1) give him a liquid salt solution to drink.
2) administer 100
3) apply chemical ice packs to his axillae.
4) move him into the cooled ambulance.

Answer 1

Move the patient into the cooled ambulance to lower their body temperature.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the given scenario, the student should move the patient into the cooled ambulance. The patient's symptoms of cool, clammy skin and paleness indicate potential heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Moving the patient into a cooler environment will help lower their body temperature and prevent further heat-related complications.