COKO Emergency Response Procedures 3

Question 1

A client with a known peanut allergy accidentally ingests a product containing peanuts and develops hives, throat tightening, and difficulty breathing. What is the PRIORITY intervention?

Accepted Answer

Use the client's epinephrine auto-injector and call 911

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Administer oral antihistamine and observe

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Offer water and have the client lie down

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Apply a cold pack to the throat area

Question 2

During an outdoor fitness session in summer, a client stops sweating, has hot dry skin, and becomes confused. Which heat emergency does this describe and what is the immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Heat stroke; move to cool environment and apply cold water/ice packs while activating EMS

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Heat exhaustion; move to shade and hydrate orally

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Heat cramps; stretch the affected muscles and administer electrolytes

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Heat syncope; elevate legs and allow rest

Question 3

A client experiences a grand mal seizure during a gym session. Which action is CONTRAINDICATED during the seizure?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to restrain the client's limb movements

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Move objects away from the client to prevent injury

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Time the duration of the seizure

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Position the client on their side after convulsions stop

Question 4

Which of the following is the correct compression depth for adult CPR according to current resuscitation guidelines?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 inches (5 cm), not exceeding 2.4 inches (6 cm)

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1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm)

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3–4 inches (7.5–10 cm)

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0.5–1 inch (1.3–2.5 cm)

Question 5

A kinesiologist is working with a client who has a pacemaker. When applying AED pads, which placement modification is required?

Accepted Answer

Place pads at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the pacemaker

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Place one pad directly over the pacemaker device

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Use pediatric pads instead of adult pads

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Do not use an AED on clients with pacemakers

Question 6

After an emergency event in a fitness facility, what is the kinesiologist's professional responsibility regarding documentation?

Accepted Answer

Complete a detailed incident report as soon as possible after the event

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Documentation is optional if the client recovers fully

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Wait for the client to file a report before documenting

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Only document if the client required hospitalization

Question 7

A client with a history of asthma develops wheezing and difficulty breathing after exercise. Their rescue inhaler provides no relief after two puffs. What is the appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 and continue to support the client in an upright position

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Administer a second rescue inhaler from the first aid kit

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Have the client breathe into a paper bag

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Encourage pursed-lip breathing and wait 15 minutes