OEC Patient Evaluation & Emergency Response 3

Question 1

In the OEC patient assessment system, what does the 'secondary assessment' primarily focus on?

Accepted Answer

A systematic head-to-toe physical exam and vital signs

Answer

The secondary assessment is a comprehensive head-to-toe exam combined with vital signs to identify all injuries and conditions.

Question 2

Which of the following correctly describes the AVPU scale used in OEC?

Accepted Answer

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive

Answer

AVPU assesses level of consciousness: Alert, responds to Verbal stimuli, responds to Painful stimuli, or Unresponsive.

Question 3

A hiker presents with altered mental status after a long ascent. What environmental emergency should the OEC rescuer consider first?

Accepted Answer

Acute Mountain Sickness progressing to HACE

Answer

Altered mental status at altitude is a red flag for High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE), a life-threatening progression of AMS.

Question 4

When documenting patient information in the field, what is the primary purpose of the Patient Assessment Form?

Accepted Answer

To provide a written record for continuity of care and legal documentation

Answer

The Patient Assessment Form creates a written record that supports continuity of care and serves as a legal medical document.

Question 5

During the primary assessment, you identify a patient who is breathing but has an airway partially blocked by snow. What is the priority intervention?

Accepted Answer

Clear the airway using finger sweeps or suction

Answer

A partially obstructed airway must be cleared first to ensure adequate ventilation before other interventions.

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OEC Patient Evaluation & Emergency Response 3