CPCA CPCA Emergency Response & First Aid 2

Question 1

A client with diabetes is shaking, sweating, and confused. What condition should the aide suspect?

Accepted Answer

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Answer

Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)

Answer

Dehydration

Answer

Stroke

Question 2

If a conscious diabetic client is experiencing hypoglycemia, what should the aide give them?

Accepted Answer

15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates such as 4 oz of juice

Answer

A glass of milk and wait 30 minutes

Answer

A full meal immediately

Answer

Nothing — call 911 first before giving anything

Question 3

A client develops sudden facial drooping, arm weakness, and slurred speech. What condition should the aide suspect?

Accepted Answer

Stroke

Answer

Epileptic seizure

Answer

Heart attack

Answer

Fainting episode

Question 4

During a seizure, what is the most important action a personal care aide should take?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area of hazards and protect the client's head

Answer

Restrain the client's movements

Answer

Place an object between the client's teeth to protect the tongue

Answer

Give the client water to prevent overheating

Question 5

A client has spilled hot liquid on their arm and the skin is red and blistering. What is the immediate first aid action?

Accepted Answer

Run cool (not cold) water over the burn for 10–20 minutes

Answer

Apply butter or oil to soothe the burn

Answer

Cover with a tight bandage immediately

Answer

Pop the blisters to release pressure

Question 6

What information should the aide provide when calling 911 for a client emergency?

Accepted Answer

The address, nature of the emergency, client's condition, and aide's name

Answer

Only the client's name

Answer

The client's insurance information first

Answer

Only state there is an emergency and wait for questions