EMR Chapter 16 Quiz Caring for Common Medical Emergencies

which piece of information is important to determine for a suspected stroke patient

the exact time that the patient started having signs/symptoms

seizures characterized by a temporary loss of awareness and no dramatic body movements are known as

partial seizures

which of the following is part of care for a seizing patient

move objects away from the patient

stings of insects are considered what type of route of poison?

injection

which of the following methods can help calm a patient who has a behavioral disorder?

involve a trusted family member or friend

poisons that are ______ can reach the circulatory system directly through the lungs

inhaled

which of the following is a common cause of hypoglycemia?

skipping meals

which of the following is part of care for a diabetic emergency

administer sugar if the patient is conscious

a stroke is caused by

a clot blocking blood flow

which of the following is not a component of the Cincinnati prehospital stroke scale

pupil reaction