Emergency and critical care

Question 1

which of the following is the safest and most effective first aid for frostbite?
a. apply warm towels and massage the area
b. immerse the affected area in hot water
c. immerse the affected area in lukewarm water
d. rub the affected area with snow

Answer 1

immerse the affected area in lukewarm water

Question 2

which of the following methods for controlling hemorrhage from a traumatic wound is least likely to cause further damage to the animal?
a. clamping the wound with a hemostat
b. direct pressure
c. tourniquet
d. applying silver nitrate

Answer 2

direct pressure

Question 3

which of the following is not a characteristic of compensatory shock?
a. normal blood pressure
b. cool extremities
c. capillary refill time < 1 second
d. tachycardia

Answer 3

capillary refill time < 1 second

Question 4

signs of organophosphate toxicity include all of the following except
a. bradycardia
b. lacrimation
c. mydriasis
d. salivation

Answer 4

mydriasis

Question 5

all of the following might be included in emergency treatment for epistaxis except
a. placing dilute epinephrine into the nares
b. fresh frozen plasma transfusion
c. applying a warm compress to the nose
d. keep the patient quiet

Answer 5

applying a warm compress to the nose