Chapter 20
Q1 - CPR performed on an infant:
requires chest compressions of 1 to 2 inches.
is done at a lower compression rate with a ventilation rate of 10-15/minute.
uses a ventilation depth comparable to an adult.
is the same as on an adult but adjusted based on patient size.
Q2 - A ___ is any situation where the condition of a patient or a sudden change in the patient's medical status necessitates immediate attention and action.
different day in the office
toe pain for 2 years
medical emergency
chronic back pain
Q3 - What is an unexpected or sudden occasion; an urgent or pressing need?
Emergency
Lethargy
AEDs
Hemorrhage
Q4 - In the case of a suspected opioid-induced cardiac event:
CPR can be suspended momentarily to determine the level of opioid toxicity.
CPR is considered to be ineffective as this is a chemical dependency event.
compression rates are increased to 150-200 compressions/min.
Narcan needs to be administered if available.
Q5 - What is a disorganized cardiac rhythm?
Ventricular Fibrillation
Cerebrovascular Accident
Erythema
Urticaria
X Q6 - What is a temporary suspension of consciousness as a result of generalized cerebral ischemia; faint or swoon?
Hemorrhage
Cerebrovascular Accident
Shock
Syncope
Q7 - Which of the following is most appropriate for a patient to counteract hypoglycemia?
Sugar-sweetened orange juice
Diet soda
bottled water to prevent dehydration
Protein bar
X Q8 - Cerebral function is generally impaired if the brain is deprived of oxygen for more than:
10-15 minutes
4-6 minutes
1 minute
8-12 minutes
Q9 - What is a sudden stoppage of cardiac output and effective circulation?
Cardiac Arrest
AEDs
Shock
Erythema
Q10 - What are abnormally increased concentrations of glucose in the blood?
Pallor
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Epistaxis
Q1 - When performing CPR on a patient, who is lying supine in a patient bed with a soft mattress, you would first look for what item from the emergency crash cart?
Narcan
Backboard
triangular wedge sponge to place under the knees
Firm sponge pillow
Q2 - The Heimlich maneuver
is used to relieve abdominal cramping and a suspected small bowel obstruction.
requires a “blind-finger” sweep of the mouth and throat to clear any obstruction.
is never used on a pregnant patient.
is best achieved with increased intra-abdominal pressure through chest compressions.
Q3 - What is the illusion of movement; sensation as if the external world were revolving around the patient or as if the patient were revolving in space?
Epistaxis
Pallor
Lethargy
Vertigo
Q4 - ___ Shock is caused by a loss of blood or tissue fluid.
cardiogenic
vasogenic
neurogenic
hypovolemic
Q5 - Symptoms of a head injury include
respiratory distress, a change in level of consciousness, and lethargy.
a higher pulse rate and an increased respiratory rate and volume.
a loss of bowel contents.
the patient having a heightened level of awareness.
Q6 - true or false: Traumatic injuries are the leading cause of death among all persons under the age of 44.
Q7 - true or false: Although treated like an anaphylactic reaction, contrast dye reactions are actually considered to be anaphylactoid.
Q8 - The medical term for a temporary suspension of consciousness is
epistaxis.
vertigo.
aura.
syncope.
Q1 - The type of shock that is a result of severe blood loss is
septic.
hypovolemic.
vasogenic.
anaphylactic.
Q2 - What is the escape of blood from the vessels; bleeding?
Shock
Hyperglycemia
Hemorrhage
Epistaxis
Q3 - What is abnormally diminished concentration of glucose in the blood?
Syncope
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Epistaxis
Q4 - What is a sudden stoppage of cardiac output and effective circulation?
Cardiac Arrest
AEDs
Shock
Erythema
Q5 - One of the first steps to do when coming upon a suspected cardiac event or heart attack is to
locate a face mask to prevent the spread of a respiratory disease.
call out for an AED or locate one quickly.
place the person supine on a firm surface and begin ventilations using an Ambu bag.
establish an open patient airway and begin breathing for the patient.
Q6 - What is the separation of the layers of a surgical wound; may be partial or superficial only, or complete with disruption of all layers?
Ventricular Fibrillation
Wound Dehiscence
Erythema
Hemorrhage
Q7 - In patients who are hyperglycemic
the patient requires a simple sugar infusion.
they typically have a heightened state of alertness.
None of these
insulin is required.
Q8 - True of False: You should know where your department code/crash cart is located.