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EMT-Basic NREMT®

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Assessment

Vital Sign Interpretation

Stable ankle sprain

How this exercise works

Read the vitals panel (BP, HR, RR, SpO₂, skin signs), identify the primary problem, and select the most appropriate first intervention within EMT-Basic scope.

Fundamental concept

Reading blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and SpO₂ together to identify perfusion failure and guide first interventions.

Read: Vital Sign Interpretation at the EMT-Basic Level →

Scenario

22-year-old rolled ankle, pain with weight bearing.

BP

122/76

Pulse

78

RR

14

SpO₂

99%

Temp

98.4°F

Glucose

-

Select the most appropriate intervention.