Caregiver Emergency and Safety Procedures 3

Question 1

A client is experiencing a severe allergic reaction with throat swelling after a bee sting. Their EpiPen is available. Where should the epinephrine be injected?

Accepted Answer

Into the outer thigh, through clothing if necessary

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Into the deltoid muscle of the upper arm

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Into the abdominal area near the sting site

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Into the vein on the back of the hand

Question 2

What is the most important action a caregiver can take to prevent scald burns in an elderly client's home?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the water heater is set to 120°F (49°C) or below

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Remove all hot water from the home

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Only allow the client to use cold water

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Install motion-sensor faucets throughout the home

Question 3

During a tornado warning, what should a caregiver do with a home care client?

Accepted Answer

Move the client to the lowest interior room away from windows, cover them with blankets or a mattress for protection

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Go outside to watch for the tornado's approach

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Drive the client to a shelter across town

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Stay by the windows to monitor the situation

Question 4

A client accidentally splashes a chemical cleaning product in their eye. What is the correct first aid?

Accepted Answer

Flush the eye continuously with clean lukewarm water for at least 15-20 minutes while calling poison control

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Rub the eye to remove the chemical

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Apply a bandage over the eye and wait for medical help

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Have the client blink rapidly to produce tears that will wash out the chemical

Question 5

What precaution should a caregiver take when a client is using a space heater?

Accepted Answer

Ensure it is at least 3 feet from all combustible materials, on a flat surface, and never left unattended

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Place it near curtains for efficient room heating

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Cover it with a blanket to direct heat toward the client

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Use extension cords to position it wherever convenient

Question 6

A caregiver witnesses a client having a diabetic emergency but is unsure whether it is high or low blood sugar. What should the caregiver do?

Accepted Answer

Give the client a sugar source if they are conscious and able to swallow, and call for medical help

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Administer insulin to be safe

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Wait and observe without any intervention

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Have the client exercise to normalize blood sugar