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EMT-Basic NREMT®

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Assessment

Vital Sign Interpretation

Hyperglycemia

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

Known diabetic with polyuria and weakness.

BP

134/82

Pulse

102

RR

24

SpO₂

98%

Temp

98.8°F

Glucose

412

Select the most appropriate intervention.