INACE Emergency Response Procedures 3

Question 1

A resident receiving oxygen therapy suddenly pulls out the nasal cannula and the tubing becomes kinked. The NA's priority is:

Accepted Answer

Straighten the tubing, reapply the cannula, and notify the nurse

Answer

Document the incident and wait for the nurse's instructions

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Increase the oxygen flow rate to compensate for lost oxygen

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Encourage the resident to breathe deeply without the oxygen

Question 2

During a tornado warning, the NA should move residents AWAY from:

Accepted Answer

Windows, exterior walls, and glass doors

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Interior walls and hallways

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Beds and wheelchairs

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The nursing station

Question 3

A resident's IV site is red, swollen, and warm to the touch. The NA should:

Accepted Answer

Report the signs of infiltration or phlebitis to the nurse immediately

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Flush the IV line with saline to clear the blockage

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Increase the IV drip rate as ordered

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Apply a warm compress without notifying the nurse

Question 4

When using a fire extinguisher with the PASS technique, what does the second 'S' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Sweep

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Spray

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Squeeze

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Secure

Question 5

A resident is experiencing a hypoglycemic episode and is conscious. The NA should:

Accepted Answer

Report to the nurse immediately and stay with the resident

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Give the resident a glass of water and encourage rest

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Administer insulin as directed by the care plan

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Offer the resident a large high-fat meal

Question 6

Which of the following is the CORRECT sequence for hand washing before responding to a resident emergency?

Accepted Answer

Use alcohol-based hand rub if hands are not visibly soiled

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Hand washing is skipped entirely during emergencies to save time

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Always use soap and water even if it delays care by several minutes

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Put on gloves without any hand hygiene

Question 7

A resident on a blood thinner has a deep laceration that is bleeding heavily. The NA should apply:

Accepted Answer

Direct pressure with a clean cloth or gloved hand and call for help

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A tourniquet above the wound immediately

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Hydrogen peroxide to slow bleeding

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Ice directly to the open wound