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

Current AHA guidelines recommend a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR performed by a single healthcare provider.

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

Code blue is universally triggered by cardiac or respiratory arrest, requiring immediate resuscitation response.

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

The priority during a seizure is to position the patient on their side (recovery position) to prevent aspiration and protect from environmental hazards.

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

An HVA systematically evaluates the probability and potential impact of various emergency events to prioritize preparedness efforts.

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

High-flow 100% oxygen via a non-rebreather mask accelerates CO elimination and is the immediate treatment, followed by emergency transfer.

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Ambulatory Care Test Emergency Preparedness and Urgent Care 2