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Emergency Protocols Flashcards

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  1. A patient suddenly collapses in the waiting room and is unresponsive. After confirming unresponsiveness and calling for help, what is the FIRST action in adult CPR?

    Answer: Start chest compressions

    Current AHA guidelines prioritize chest compressions (C-A-B) before airway and breathing in adult CPR.

  2. During a medical emergency involving suspected anaphylaxis, which medication is the first-line treatment?

    Answer: Epinephrine (EpiPen)

    Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis because it reverses bronchoconstriction and vasodilation rapidly.

  3. A patient with diabetes becomes confused, diaphoretic, and pale. Blood glucose reads 45 mg/dL. What is the correct initial intervention?

    Answer: Give 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrates orally if conscious

    Conscious patients with hypoglycemia are treated first with 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrates, followed by recheck in 15 minutes.

  4. When using an AED, which action is critical immediately before delivering a shock?

    Answer: Clear all personnel from contact with the patient

    All rescuers must stand clear before AED shock delivery to prevent accidental electrocution.

  5. A patient is suspected of having a stroke. Which assessment tool is commonly used to quickly identify stroke symptoms in a clinical or prehospital setting?

    Answer: FAST (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)

    FAST (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) is the standard rapid stroke recognition tool.

  6. A medical assistant notices a coworker has been stuck by a contaminated needle. What is the correct FIRST step?

    Answer: Wash the wound with soap and water for at least 15 seconds

    Immediate wound washing with soap and water is the first step to reduce the risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission after a needlestick.

  7. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR?

    Answer: 30:2

    The AHA recommends a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR.