AAMA Emergency Procedures and First Aid 2

Question 1

A diabetic patient presents with shakiness, diaphoresis, confusion, and a blood glucose of 48 mg/dL. What is the most appropriate immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Give 4 oz of orange juice or glucose tablets

Answer

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is treated with fast-acting carbohydrates such as 4 oz of fruit juice or 15 grams of glucose to rapidly raise blood glucose levels.

Question 2

Which degree of burn involves blister formation, is extremely painful, and affects both the epidermis and dermis?

Accepted Answer

Second-degree (partial thickness)

Answer

Second-degree burns penetrate into the dermis, causing blistering, severe pain, and a wet or weeping appearance due to fluid accumulation.

Question 3

When a patient is experiencing a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, the medical assistant should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Clear the area and protect the patient from injury

Answer

Protecting the patient from injury by clearing the surrounding area and cushioning their head is the priority; never restrain a seizing patient or insert anything into the mouth.

Question 4

The universal sign for choking that indicates a patient cannot speak, breathe, or cough effectively is:

Accepted Answer

Clutching the throat with both hands

Answer

Clutching the throat with one or both hands is the internationally recognized distress signal indicating complete airway obstruction requiring immediate intervention.

Question 5

A fracture in which the broken bone punctures through the skin is classified as a(n):

Accepted Answer

Open (compound) fracture

Answer

An open or compound fracture involves bone ends protruding through the skin, creating a wound and significantly increasing the risk of infection and hemorrhage.

(AAMA) American Association of Medical Assistants Certified Practice Test

(AAMA) American Association of Medical Assistants Certified Practice Test

AAMA Emergency Procedures and First Aid 2