Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards
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A healthcare worker discovers a small grease fire in the facility kitchen. Using PASS, what does the 'S' stand for?
Answer: Sweep the extinguisher side to side at the base of the flames
In the PASS technique, S stands for Sweep — move the extinguisher nozzle from side to side, aiming at the base of the fire.
A client with a known latex allergy is brought to the facility. Which emergency preparedness measure is most important?
Answer: Keep epinephrine and latex-free supplies immediately available
Having epinephrine (for anaphylaxis) and latex-free equipment on hand is critical because accidental latex exposure can trigger a life-threatening allergic reaction.
When should a healthcare aide use an AED (automated external defibrillator)?
Answer: When a patient is in cardiac arrest with no pulse and is unresponsive
An AED is indicated for a pulseless, unresponsive patient in cardiac arrest to analyze and, if appropriate, deliver a shock to restore normal rhythm.
Which of the following is the correct sequence for using an AED?
Answer: Turn on, attach pads, analyze rhythm, deliver shock if advised, resume CPR
The correct sequence is power on, attach electrode pads, allow the AED to analyze the rhythm, deliver a shock if prompted, and immediately resume CPR.
A client in a wheelchair requires evacuation during a fire and the elevator is unavailable. What is the safest evacuation method?
Answer: Leave the client in a fire-safe stairwell area of rescue assistance
Areas of rescue assistance (protected stairwells) are designated safe holding areas where non-ambulatory individuals wait for trained emergency responders during a fire.
A patient is experiencing an insulin reaction (hypoglycemia) and is still conscious and able to swallow. What should the aide do first?
Answer: Give 15–20 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate (e.g., juice)
For a conscious hypoglycemic patient who can swallow, the immediate intervention is oral fast-acting carbohydrates to quickly raise blood glucose.
Which documentation element is most critical immediately after any emergency response event in a healthcare setting?
Answer: Completing an accurate incident report with time, actions taken, and patient response
An accurate, timely incident report captures the time of event, interventions performed, patient response, and staff involved — essential for legal, safety, and quality improvement purposes.