Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trauma Practice Test

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In the absence of witnesses, you find an unresponsive man lying in his front yard. You should assume that he:

Has a heat-related emergency.
Has sustained an injury.
Is having a diabetic reaction.
Is having a heart attack.

The correct answer is: Has a heat-related emergency.

In the scenario described, finding an unresponsive man lying in his front yard in the absence of witnesses should lead you to assume that he has a heat-related emergency, making choice A the correct answer. This assumption is based on the fact that being unresponsive in a yard without witnesses raises concerns about exposure to extreme heat, which can lead to heat-related emergencies such as heat exhaustion or heatstroke. It is important to quickly assess the situation and consider environmental factors when encountering an unresponsive individual in an outdoor setting. In this case, the lack of witnesses and the outdoor location should prompt you to consider heat-related issues as a primary concern. Options B, C, and D are less likely in this context as the scenario does not provide any information suggesting a specific injury, diabetic reaction, or heart attack.