Transport Decision and Priority Determination Practice Test

You respond to a 65-year-old male complaining of crushing chest pain that started 20 minutes ago. He rates the pain 8/10, radiating to his left arm. He is diaphoretic and nauseous. Vital signs: pulse 88, respirations 18, blood pressure 140/90.

You are dispatched to a 60-year-old male who is experiencing weakness on his right side and slurred speech that started 45 minutes ago. He is alert but confused about the time. His wife confirms this is a sudden change from normal.