APC Emergency Response Procedures 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Inject epinephrine (adrenaline) intramuscularly

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

Resume CPR immediately, starting with chest compressions

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Call for help and activate emergency services

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

1:1000 (1 mg/mL)

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

Recovery (lateral) position

Answer

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

(APC) Australian Pharmacy Council Practice Test

(APC) Australian Pharmacy Council Practice Test

APC Emergency Response Procedures 2