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Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards

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  1. A patient presents with suspected anaphylaxis after receiving a vaccine at the pharmacy. What is the FIRST action the pharmacist should take?

    Answer: Inject epinephrine (adrenaline) intramuscularly

    Epinephrine (adrenaline) IM is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis and must be administered immediately without delay.

  2. When using an automated external defibrillator (AED) on a patient in cardiac arrest, what should be done immediately after the AED delivers a shock?

    Answer: Resume CPR immediately, starting with chest compressions

    After AED shock delivery, CPR must be resumed immediately starting with chest compressions to maintain perfusion.

  3. A pharmacy staff member is found unconscious in the dispensary. After confirming unresponsiveness, what is the next step?

    Answer: Call for help and activate emergency services

    After confirming unresponsiveness, the next priority is to call for help and activate emergency services (000 in Australia) before further assessment.

  4. Which epinephrine auto-injector concentration is most commonly used for treating anaphylaxis in adults in Australia?

    Answer: 1:1000 (1 mg/mL)

    Epinephrine 1:1000 (1 mg/mL) is the standard concentration used in EpiPen auto-injectors for anaphylaxis treatment.

  5. During a medication overdose emergency in the pharmacy, a patient is breathing but unconscious. What position should the patient be placed in while awaiting emergency services?

    Answer: Recovery (lateral) position

    The recovery position prevents aspiration of vomit and maintains a clear airway in an unconscious but breathing patient.

  6. A child accidently ingests an unknown quantity of iron tablets at the pharmacy. Which poison control action is correct?

    Answer: Contact the Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26) immediately

    The Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26) provides immediate expert guidance for poisoning cases in Australia.

  7. What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR performed by a single rescuer?

    Answer: 30:2

    The current Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR.