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Emergency Flashcards

1
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What constitutes a medical emergency?

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Any situation requiring immediate action due to a sudden change in a patient’s medical status.

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List the objectives of first aid.

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  • Preserve life
  • Avoid further harm to the patient
  • Obtain appropriate medical assistance as quickly as possible
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What are the general priorities when working with patients in acute situations?

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  • Ensure open airway
  • Control bleeding
  • Prevent or treat shock
  • Attend to wounds or fractures
  • Provide emotional support
  • Continually reassess
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4
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What is the purpose of an emergency cart?

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To provide immediate availability of emergency equipment and drugs to reduce response time during a medical crisis.

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What are the four levels of consciousness?

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  • Alert and conscious
  • Drowsy but responsive to stimulus
  • Unconscious and reacts to painful stimulus
  • Comatose: unresponsive to all stimuli
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What is shock?

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A failure of the circulatory system to support vital body functions.

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What are the four classifications of shock?

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  • Neurogenic
  • Hypovolemic
  • Cardiogenic
  • Vasogenic
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List common signs and symptoms of shock.

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  • Restlessness
  • Apprehension
  • Tachycardia
  • Decreasing blood pressure
  • Cold and clammy skin
  • Pallor
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What is anaphylactic shock?

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The most common type of shock encountered in medical imaging, often associated with contrast media administration.

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What are the signs of hypoglycemia?

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  • Excessive insulin present
  • Can occur if patient takes normal insulin dose without eating
  • Early signs often recognized by patients
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What is hyperglycemia?

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Excessive sugar in the blood, characteristic of diabetes, requiring immediate attention.

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What is the Heimlich maneuver?

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A technique used to dislodge an obstruction in the airway by performing abdominal thrusts.

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What are the CAB’s of CPR?

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  • Compressions
  • Airway
  • Breathing (ventilations)
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What is a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?

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Commonly known as a stroke, it can develop gradually or suddenly and may necessitate CPR.

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What does syncope mean?

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Fainting; a temporary state of shock due to lack of blood flow to the brain.

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16
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What should be done for a patient experiencing seizures?

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  • Prevent injury
  • Call for assistance
  • Ensure airway is clear
  • Observe seizure duration and characteristics
17
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What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing nausea and vomiting?

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Lateral recumbent position to prevent aspiration.

18
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What is the significance of assessing the patient’s level of consciousness?

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To monitor changes and potential deterioration in the patient’s condition.

19
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True or False: Changes in a patient’s neurologic status or level of consciousness should never be ignored.

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True

20
Q

Fill in the blank: An emergency crash cart typically contains _______.

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[emergency equipment and drugs]

21
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What factors can contribute to the development of hypoglycemia?

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  • Excessive insulin
  • Not eating after taking insulin
  • Certain medication interactions
22
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What are the common signs of respiratory distress?

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  • Wheezing
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Increased respiratory rate
23
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What should be done if a patient is choking?

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Administer the Heimlich maneuver and call for medical assistance if necessary.

24
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What is the first step when a patient experiences cardiac arrest?

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Initiate CPR and locate an AED.

25
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What are the two types of automatic external defibrillators (AEDs)?

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  • Fully automatic
  • Semi-automatic
26
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What is the appropriate action for a patient exhibiting vertigo?

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Assist them to a seated or recumbent position.

27
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What is the protocol for managing a patient with a wound?

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  • Apply pressure to control bleeding
  • Monitor for signs of infection
  • Seek medical attention if necessary

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