FREE RPN Emergency Response Questions and Answers

Question 1

When attempting cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an unconscious adult, what is the initial course of action?

Accepted Answer

Call for help

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Check for responsiveness

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Check for breathing

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Open the airway

Question 2

What ratio of breathing to compression is ideal for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 1 ventilation

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5 compressions to 1 ventilation

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15 compressions to 2 ventilations

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30 compressions to 2 ventilations

Question 3

In what way is the head of a patient who may have had a spinal injury supposed to be positioned?

Accepted Answer

Maintain a neutral head posture.

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Turn your head to one side.

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Incline your head forward

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Maintain your head inclined back.

Question 4

Which of the following describes an allergic reaction that is severe?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty breathing

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Itchy rash

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Pale skin

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Rapid pulse

Question 5

How do you treat a patient who is having a seizure?

Accepted Answer

Remove anything close to you to avoid getting hurt.

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To stop the patient from flailing, hold their limbs.

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To stop the patient from biting their tongue, put something in their mouth.

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To stop the patient from moving, restrain them.

Question 6

In the event of a fire in a healthcare center, what should be done first?

Accepted Answer

Alarm, rescue, contain, extinguish

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Extinguish, contain, alarm, rescue

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Alarm, contain, extinguish, rescue

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Rescue, alarm, contain, extinguish

Question 7

What is the first course of action for a patient who has overdosed on opioids?

Accepted Answer

Administer naloxone

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Execute rescue respiration.

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Elevate the legs

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Administer glucose

Question 8

When a patient appears to have suffered a head injury, what should be done first?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness.

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Put ice on your head.

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Ascertain blood pressure.

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Inspect for any neck trauma.

Question 9

How do you respond to a patient who appears to be having a heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

Transfer the patient to a cool location and take off any extra clothing.

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Promote movement to raise body temperature

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Present warm liquids

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Place chilly compresses on your forehead.

Question 10

How should an automated external defibrillator (AED) be used correctly?

Accepted Answer

Make sure the patient is not touched while receiving shock therapy.

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While examining the heart rhythm, cease CPR.

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Continue giving shocks until assistance arrives.

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Place the pads on top of your clothes.