Chapter 7 - Chapter 11 Test

Question 1

What is shock?

Answer 1

is a state of collapse and failure of the cardiovascular system in which blood circulation decreases and eventually stops

Question 2

What is shock damage?

Answer 2

depends on which organ is deprived of oxygen and for how long

Question 3

What causes shock?

Answer 3

can be both cardiovascular and noncardiovascular

Question 4

What is anaphylaxis?

Answer 4

occurs when the immune system reacts violently to a substance to which it has already been sensitized

Question 5

Can you see the see the signs and symptoms of shock? Yes or No

Answer 5

yes

Question 6

Should first aid providers automatically treat people for shock? Yes or No

Answer 6

Yes

Question 7

Anaphylaxis definition

Answer 7

a life-threatening allergic reaction

Question 8

Epinephrine Auto-Injector definition

Answer 8

a prescribed device used to administer an emergency dose of epinephrine to a person experiencing anaphylaxis

Question 9

Neurogenic Shock definition

Answer 9

cardiovascular failure caused by paralysis of the nerves that control the size of the blood vessels leading to widespread dilation; seen in people with spinal cord injuries

Question 10

Psychogenic Shock definition

Answer 10

a sudden nervous system reaction that produces a temporary vascular dilation, resulting in fainting or syncope

Question 11

Shock definition

Answer 11

inadequate tissue perfusion resulting from serious injury or illness

Question 12

Place all people with severe injuries in the recovery position. Yes or No

Answer 12

No

Question 13

Prevent the loss of body heat by putting blankets under and over the person. Yes or No

Answer 13

Yes

Question 14

A person in shock with possible spinal injuries should be placed in a seated position. Yes or No

Answer 14

No

Question 15

A person in shock with a breathing difficulty or chest injury should be placed on their back. Yes or No

Answer 15

No

Question 16

Anxiety and restlessness can be signs of shock. Yes or No

Answer 16

Yes

Question 17

An epinephrine auto-injector can be used for people experiencing anaphylaxis. Yes or No

Answer 17

Yes

Question 18

All people with severe injuries or illnesses should be treated for shock. Yes or No

Answer 18

Yes

Question 19

Treat people with severe injuries for shock even if there are no signs of it. Yes or No

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition. Yes or No

Answer 20

Yes

Question 21

People in shock have hot skin. Yes or No

Answer 21

No

Question 22

How much rapid blood loss can lead to shock and death? (amount)

Answer 22

1 quart or more

Question 23

What are the three classifications of external bleeding?

Answer 23

artery, vein, capillary

Question 24

Regardless of the type of bleeding or type of wound first aid is the same. Yes or No

Answer 24

Yes

Question 25

Arterial Bleeding definition

Answer 25

bleeding from an artery. this type of bleeding initially spurts up to several feet from the wound

Question 26

Capillary Bleeding definition

Answer 26

bleeding that oozes from a wound steadily but slowly

Question 27

Hemostatic Gauze Dressing definition

Answer 27

a gauze-style dressing that is saturated with an agent that stops bleeding

Question 27

Hemorrhage definition

Answer 27

a large amount of bleeding in a short amount of time

Question 28

Tourniquet definition

Answer 28

A bleeding control device that is wrapped tightly around an extremity to stop blood flow from a wound

Question 29

Venous Bleeding definition

Answer 29

bleeding from a vein. this type of bleeding tends to flow steadily

Question 30

Most cases of bleeding require more than direct pressure to stop the bleeding. Yes or No

Answer 30

No

Question 31

Remove any blood-soaked dressings before applying additional ones. Yes or No

Answer 31

No

Question 32

Applying a pressure bandage over a wound can allow you to attend to another injury or another injured person. Yes or No

Answer 32

Yes

Question 33

If a bleeding arm wound is not controlled through direct pressure, apply pressure to the brachial artery. Yes or No

Answer 33

No

Question 34

Dressings are placed directly on a wound. Yes or No

Answer 34

Yes

Question 35

Internal bleeding is normal. Yes or No

Answer 35

No

Question 36

Dressings should be sterile or as clean as possible. Yes or No

Answer 36

Yes

Question 37

Clotting is the body’s way of stopping bleeding. Yes or No

Answer 37

Yes

Question 38

If the person feels sick to the stomach and may vomit, roll them onto their left side. Yes or No

Answer 38

Yes

Question 39

When applying a tourniquet to control bleeding place the tourniquet about 2 to 3 injuries above the wound. Yes or No

Answer 39

Yes