EMPCO Emergency Protocols 2

Question 1

A worker reports crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm. After calling 911, what is the NEXT immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Administer aspirin if the worker is not allergic and conscious

Answer

Aspirin helps reduce clot formation in suspected cardiac events and should be given to conscious, non-allergic patients while awaiting EMS.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct chain of survival sequence for cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

Early access, early CPR, early defibrillation, early advanced care

Answer

The AHA chain of survival begins with early access (calling 911), followed by CPR, defibrillation, and advanced care.

Question 3

When managing a scene with multiple injured workers, which victim should be treated LAST using the START triage system?

Accepted Answer

A worker with a minor laceration who is walking

Answer

In START triage, walking wounded are tagged green (minor) and treated last so resources focus on critical patients first.

Question 4

An employee is found with a chemical splash in both eyes. The occupational health nurse should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Irrigate eyes continuously with water for at least 15–20 minutes

Answer

Immediate copious irrigation is the priority for chemical eye exposure; delaying treatment to identify the substance causes preventable damage.

Question 5

Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which action is required after a needlestick injury to an employee?

Accepted Answer

Document the exposure and facilitate post-exposure evaluation within 24 hours

Answer

OSHA requires documentation and a confidential post-exposure medical evaluation regardless of the source's known status.

(EMPCO) Employment Medical Program Company Practice Test