Emergency Response Flashcards
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When attempting cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an unconscious adult, what is the initial course of action?
Answer: Call for help
Making a call for help is the first step in performing CPR to make sure help is on its way.
What ratio of breathing to compression is ideal for adult CPR?
Answer: 30 compressions to 1 ventilation
For adult CPR, a compression-to-ventilation ratio of 30 compressions to 2 ventilations is advised.
In what way is the head of a patient who may have had a spinal injury supposed to be positioned?
Answer: Maintain a neutral head posture.
To reduce spine movement in cases of suspected spinal injury, the head should be kept in a neutral position.
Which of the following describes an allergic reaction that is severe?
Answer: Difficulty breathing
Breathing difficulties indicate anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction.
How do you treat a patient who is having a seizure?
Answer: Remove anything close to you to avoid getting hurt.
Shifting close things out of the path during a seizure can help avoid damage.
In the event of a fire in a healthcare center, what should be done first?
Answer: Alarm, rescue, contain, extinguish
Setting out the alarm, rescuing anyone in immediate danger, containing the fire, and then making an effort to put it out are the proper sequence of events.
What is the first course of action for a patient who has overdosed on opioids?
Answer: Administer naloxone
Naloxone, a drug that counteracts the effects of opioids, is the first line of treatment for an overdose of opioids.
When a patient appears to have suffered a head injury, what should be done first?
Answer: Check for responsiveness.
The patient's state of consciousness and responsiveness must be evaluated as the first priority.
How do you respond to a patient who appears to be having a heat stroke?
Answer: Transfer the patient to a cool location and take off any extra clothing.
The patient should be moved to a cool location and have any excess clothing removed in order to help reduce body temperature in cases of heat stroke.
How should an automated external defibrillator (AED) be used correctly?
Answer: Make sure the patient is not touched while receiving shock therapy.
To avoid harm, it is crucial to make sure the patient is not touched while receiving shocks.
What is the main evaluation instrument for figuring out how severe burns are?
Answer: Rule of Nines
The percentage of the body surface area affected by burns is estimated using the Rule of Nines.
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