Ambulatory Care Test Emergency Preparedness and Urgent Care 2

Question 1

What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths for adult CPR by a single healthcare provider in an ambulatory setting?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

15:2

Answer

20:2

Answer

30:1

Question 2

In an ambulatory care setting, which condition most commonly triggers a 'code blue' or medical emergency call?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac arrest or respiratory arrest

Answer

Severe hypertension

Answer

Acute allergic reaction

Answer

Hypoglycemic episode

Question 3

A patient in the ambulatory clinic is having a generalized tonic-clonic seizure. What is the priority nursing action?

Accepted Answer

Position the patient on their side and protect from injury

Answer

Restrain the patient to prevent injury

Answer

Insert a tongue blade to protect the airway

Answer

Administer oral anticonvulsants immediately

Question 4

Which of the following is a key component of an ambulatory care facility's hazard vulnerability analysis (HVA)?

Accepted Answer

Assessment of likely emergencies, their probability, and facility impact

Answer

Employee satisfaction surveys

Answer

Annual financial audit results

Answer

Patient satisfaction scores

Question 5

A patient with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning presents to an ambulatory care clinic. What is the immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Administer supplemental oxygen via non-rebreather mask and call 911

Answer

Place the patient in a prone position and monitor vitals

Answer

Administer sodium bicarbonate IV

Answer

Perform hyperventilation therapy

Question 6

Which action is appropriate when an ambulatory care patient expresses suicidal ideation during a routine visit?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a suicide risk assessment and implement a safety plan

Answer

Schedule a follow-up appointment in two weeks

Answer

Refer to a psychiatrist without immediate intervention

Answer

Document the statement and continue the visit normally