Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards
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A diabetic patient becomes unconscious with suspected severe hypoglycemia. The patient cannot swallow safely. What is the correct intervention?
Answer: Administer glucagon intramuscularly or subcutaneously
Glucagon IM or SC raises blood glucose in unconscious hypoglycemic patients when oral glucose cannot be given safely.
A patient experiencing an acute asthma attack visits the pharmacy without a reliever inhaler. The attack is severe. What should the pharmacist do?
Answer: Call 000 and assist the patient to sit upright while waiting
A severe asthma attack without a reliever requires immediate emergency services activation (000) while keeping the patient calm and upright.
When performing chest compressions during CPR, what is the recommended compression depth for adults?
Answer: 5–6 cm
Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend adult chest compression depth of 5–6 cm for effective cardiac output during CPR.
A staff member sustains a needle-stick injury from a used syringe in the pharmacy. What is the IMMEDIATE first action?
Answer: Squeeze the wound to encourage bleeding, then wash thoroughly with soap and water
Immediately encouraging bleeding and washing the wound with soap and water reduces the risk of infection transmission from needle-stick injuries.
Under the Australian regulatory framework, which document guides pharmacists on their responsibilities during a public health emergency or pandemic?
Answer: The National Health Security Act 2007 and relevant State emergency health legislation
The National Health Security Act 2007, along with state/territory emergency health legislation, governs pharmacist responsibilities during public health emergencies.
A customer in the pharmacy displays signs of stroke (facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty). What is the most appropriate pharmacist action?
Answer: Call 000 immediately and note the time symptoms started
Stroke is a time-critical emergency; calling 000 immediately and documenting symptom onset time is critical for determining thrombolysis eligibility.
In a community pharmacy, what is the recommended frequency for reviewing and practicing the emergency response plan?
Answer: At least annually, with documented drills
Regular practice (at least annually) ensures all staff are familiar with emergency procedures and the plan remains current and effective.