Emergency Response

Question 1

A multidrawered cabinet on wheels that contains medications, supplies, and equipment needed in the event of a cardiac arrest is called a(n)

Answer 1

emergency cart.

Question 2

A noninvasive treatment that is appropriate for any patient who experiences acute anxiety accompanied by a rapid heart rate and shortness of breath is

Answer 2

a low rate of oxygen administration.

Question 3

An emergency drug given to reverse bronchospasm is

Answer 3

isoproterenol.

Question 4

Research has proven that victims of massive trauma who survive the initial injury have a greater chance of recovery if their condition can be stabilized within the “golden” period, which refers to the first

Answer 4

hour.

Question 5

The most common cause of death for individuals under 40 years of age in the United States is

Answer 5

trauma.

Question 6

When patients who suffer from a chronic lung disease, such as emphysema, experience respiratory distress, they should receive

Answer 6

a low flow rate of oxygen (less than 3 L/min).

Question 7

Which of the following are accepted methods for administering oxygen?
1. Mask
2. Nasal prongs
3. Ventilator
4. Tent

Answer 7

1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 8

Xylocaine (Lidocaine) is a drug found on the emergency code cart that can be used for treating cardiac emergencies because it is a(n)

Answer 8

antidysrhythmic.

Question 9

The process of placing an artificial airway through the mouth or nose and into the trachea is commonly called

Answer 9

intubation.

Question 10

A common term for myocardial infarction is

Answer 10

heart attack.

Question 11

A diabetic patient who has taken insulin but eaten no food may develop

Answer 11

hypoglycemia.

Question 12

A dizzy sensation that feels as if the room is spinning and that often causes nausea may be reported by patients who suffer from

Answer 12

inner ear disturbances.

Question 13

A numeric system developed to evaluate the changing status of coma patients that can be used by a variety of healthcare workers is called the

Answer 13

Glasgow Coma Scale.

Question 14

A sensation of pain or discomfort in the chest that occurs when the coronary arteries are unable to supply the heart with sufficient oxygen may be precipitated by exertion or stress and is usually relieved by rest or the sublingual administration of nitroglycerin. This condition is called

Answer 14

angina pectoris.

Question 15

All of the following actions are appropriate when caring for a patient who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure, except for:
a. maintaining the airway.
b. accurate observation.
c. placing a pad under the head.
d. restraining movement as much as possible.

Answer 15

D

Question 16

An AED has the ability to do all of the following except:
a. remind staff to not touch the patient.
b. deliver a shock.
c. identify ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation.
d. analyze a cardiac rhythm.

Answer 16

A

Question 17

An acute attack of asthma or other reactive airway disease may be treated by the administration of oxygen and

Answer 17

bronchodilating medication.

Question 18

The vital sign that most accurately indicates the condition of shock is the

Answer 18

blood pressure.

Question 19

In small children or infants, a foreign body obstruction of the airway should be suspected if there is a sudden onset of:

Answer 19

severe coughing or stridor