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In pediatric airway obstruction with unconsciousness, the priority is to open airway and attempt ventilation. If unsuccessful, perform chest compressions and look for object removal. Back blows/abdominal thrusts (A) are for responsive patients. Oxygen NRB (B) is useless without airway. Chest compressions (C) follow failed ventilations.

Placental abruption is characterized by painful, rigid abdomen, uterine tenderness, and dark bleeding due to premature separation of the placenta. Placenta previa (A) presents with painless bright red bleeding. Ectopic pregnancy (C) occurs earlier (<12 weeks). Uterine inversion (D) occurs after delivery. AEMTs provide O₂, monitor for shock, place patient in left lateral position, and transport rapidly.

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Any patient with midline cervical tenderness after trauma should be treated as having a potential spinal injury until ruled out. AEMTs should apply a cervical collar and use spinal motion restriction (SMR). Absence of neuro deficits does not exclude injury. Option (A) and (C) risk worsening a fracture. Leg splints (D) do not address cervical injury. SMR protects against secondary spinal cord damage.

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The spleen, located in the LUQ, is highly vascular and prone to rupture from penetrating trauma. Splenic injury produces significant intra-abdominal hemorrhage leading to hypovolemic shock (tachycardia, hypotension, pallor, diaphoresis). Liver injuries (A) occur in the RUQ. Pancreatic (C) and gastric (D) injuries are possible but less acutely hemorrhagic. AEMT management: maintain high-flow O₂, control external bleeding if present, establish IV access, begin isotonic fluid boluses per protocol, and expedite transport to a trauma center. Frequent reassessment of vital signs and mental status is critical.

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For traumatic amputations with uncontrolled hemorrhage, the immediate life-saving step is tourniquet application proximal to the injury. Direct pressure (A) is often insufficient. Cold packs (C) may preserve tissue but do not stop bleeding. Elevation (D) is outdated and ineffective. AEMTs: apply tourniquet, control bleeding, cover stump with sterile dressing, save amputated part in moist sterile gauze inside a bag on ice, and transport rapidly.