AMCA Emergency Protocols 4

Question 1

A patient experiences a tonic-clonic seizure in the exam room. Which action is the PRIORITY during the seizure?

Accepted Answer

Time the seizure and protect the patient from environmental hazards

Answer

Insert an oral airway to prevent tongue swallowing

Answer

Restrain the patient's movements to prevent injury

Answer

Administer oxygen via non-rebreather mask immediately

Question 2

What does the acronym PASS stand for in the context of fire extinguisher use?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

Push, Activate, Spray, Secure

Answer

Pull, Activate, Shoot, Stop

Answer

Point, Aim, Squeeze, Spray

Question 3

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class C (electrical) fire in a medical office?

Accepted Answer

Class C (CO₂ or dry chemical)

Answer

Class A (water-based)

Answer

Class B (foam)

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Class D (dry powder)

Question 4

A patient who ingested an unknown substance calls the clinic. Which number should the medical assistant advise them to call?

Accepted Answer

1-800-222-1222 (Poison Control Center)

Answer

911

Answer

The local hospital pharmacy

Answer

The prescribing physician's office

Question 5

When performing abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) on a conscious adult who is choking, where should you position your hands?

Accepted Answer

Just below the xiphoid process, above the navel

Answer

On the sternum (chest)

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At the navel level

Answer

On the lower ribs

Question 6

Which of the following is a sign of tension pneumothorax requiring immediate intervention?

Accepted Answer

Tracheal deviation away from the affected side

Answer

Bilateral equal breath sounds

Answer

Low heart rate with stable blood pressure

Answer

Symmetric chest rise

Question 7

A patient is bleeding heavily from a wound on the forearm after an accident. After applying direct pressure for 10 minutes, bleeding continues. What is the next appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Elevate the extremity and continue direct pressure

Answer

Remove the dressing and inspect the wound

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Apply a tourniquet proximal to the wound

Answer

Apply ice directly to the wound