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PCM Exam 2 Flashcards

1
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An SpO2 measurement of 88% would be considered:

A) Hypoxemia
B) Normal Blood Oxygen
C) Hyperoxemia

A

A) Hypoxemia

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Blood pressure measurement at the time of contraction of left ventricular contraction is a measure of:

A) Diastolic
B) Systolic

A

B) Systolic

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Age impacts our vital signs: Patients with 65 and older generally present with:

A) Lower pulse rate
B) Lower systolic mmHG reading
C) Higher diastolic mmHG reading
D) Lower respiratory rate

A

A) Lower pulse rate

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Exercise impacts our vitals: An Abnormal response for BP may include:

A) Diastolic increases less than 5-10 mmHG during exercise

B) Systolic increases at rapid rate with decreased intensity

C) Diastolic increases more than 10-15 mmHG during exercise

D) Systolic declines gradually to resting level at end of exercise

A

C) Diastolic increases more than 10-15 mmHG during exercise

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A report of deep, dull nagging pain is most indicative of pain initiating from:

A) Nerve root
B) Bone
C) Vasculature

A

B) Bone

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Which of the following is a primary aspect of Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

A) Accessibility to public accommodations
B) Prohibition of employment discrimination for individuals with disabilities
C) Telecommunication accessibility
D) Requirements for reasonable modifications in public services

A

B) Prohibition of employment discrimination for individuals with disabilities

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Which provision of the ADA addresses accessibility to public accommodations and commercial facilities?

A) Title I
B) Title II
C) Title III
D) Title IV

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C) Title III

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a reasonable accommodation?

A) Requiring extensive education for a position

B) Providing additional seated rest breaks for an employee

C) Providing wheelchair to an employee

A

A) Requiring extensive education for a position

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Who is considered a qualified individual with a disability under the ADA?

A) Any person with a medical condition

B) Any person who requires accommodation

C) Any person who meets job-related requirements with or without accommodations

D) Any person with a physical or mental impairment

A

C) Any person who meets job-related requirements with or without accommodations

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How far above the floor should electrical outlets be installed in a wheelchair accessible home?

A) 12 inches
B) 18 inches
C) 24 inches
D) 30 inches

A

B) 18 inches

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What is the maximum recommended threshold height for doorways in a wheelchair-accessible home?

A) 0.5 inch
B) 1 inch
C) 1.5 inch
D) 2 inches

A

A) 0.5 inch

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What is the optimal turning radius for a wheelchair-accessible kitchen?

A) 2 feet
B) 3 feet
C) 4 feet
D) 5 feet

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D) 5 feet

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What type of allergic reactions is seen after an organ transplant when the body rejects donor organ?

A) Type I
B) Type II
C) Type III
D) Type IV

A

B) Type II

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What are the common signs and symptoms of shock?

A) Red, dry skin and slow breathing
B) Warm clammy skin and strong pulse
C) Pale, moist skin and shallow breathing
D) Blue lips and slow heart rate

A

C) Pale, moist skin and shallow breathing

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Which of the following statements is true regarding heat-related illnesses?

A) Heat strokes is less threatening that heat exhaustion

B) Both heat exhaustion and heat stroke can result from cold environments

C) Dehydration and vigorous physical activity are potential causes

D) Muscle cramps are not associated with heat-related illnesses

A

C) Dehydration and vigorous physical activity are potential causes

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What is the acceptable range for human oral or body temperature?

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96F to 99.3F

(98.6F is average)

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How does time of day affect Body temperature?

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Body temperature is usually lower in the early morning and higher in the afternoon.

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How does age affect body temperature?

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Body temp. tends to decrease slightly with age and is increased slightly in the very young.

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How does environmental temp. affect body temp.?

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Body temp. will be increases slightly in hot environment and it will be decreased slightly in cold environment.

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How can infection affect body temp.?

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Body temp. increases with a major or systemic infectious process

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How can physical activity affect body temp.?

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Body temp. usually increases slightly with physical activity but reaches plateau as the person becomes better conditioned.

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How can emotional statues affect body temp.?

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Body temp. increases slightly during stressful or emotional periods.

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How can the site of measurement affect body temp.?

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Body temp are slightly higher if measured rectally, and slightly lower if measured in the axilla compared to oral values.

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How can menstrual cycle affect body temp.?

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Body temp. is slightly higher at the time of ovulation, and pregnant women tend to be slightly higher than usual.

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How can the oral cavity temp. affect the body temp.?

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Body temp. measurement may be inaccurate if measured orally within 14-30 minutes of ingestion of warm or cold substances or smoking; the body core temp. is not affected by these factors.

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If a person has normal body temp. before treatment they can be monitored during or after treatment. If excessive temp. is observed or measured what should you do?

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Give the patient adequate rest to allow the body temp. to become stabilized at the normative value.

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27
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What are the sites to asses body temp.?

A

-Oral cavity
-Rectum
-Ear canal
-Forehead
-Temporal lobe
-Inguinal fold (occasionally)
-Axilla

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What area is the most accurate to asses body temp.?

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Rectum

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What area is the most common and convenient to asses body temp.?

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Oral cavity

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What is the accepted normative range for the resting HR (pulse) in adults?

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60-100 beats/min

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What is the resting HR for well-conditioned athletes?

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40-60 beats/min

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How can age affect pulse?

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Adults age 65 and older may exhibit a decreased pulse, while adolescents and younger usually exhibit increased pulse.

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33
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How can sex affect pulse?

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Male pulse rates are usually slightly lower than female rates.

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34
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How can environmental temperatures affect pulse?

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Pulse rates tend to increase with high temps. and decrease with low temps.

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How can infection affect pulse?

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Pulse rate tend to increase with a major infectious process

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How can physical activity affect pulse?

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Normally the pulse rate should increase rapidly in response to vigorous exercise, plateau or stabilize as the intensity plateaus and then declines as the intensity declines.

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How can emotional statues affect pulse?

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Pulse rate increases during episodes of high stress, anxiety, or emotion and may decrease when the person is asleep or in a state of extreme calm.

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How can medications affect pulse rate?

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Various medications may cause pulse rate to increase or decrease depending of the effect on the cardiovascular system.

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How can cardiopulmonary disease affect pulse?

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Conditions of both heart and peripheral vascular system and their ability to function normally affect the pulse rate.
-(Hypertension may exhibit slower pulse rate)
-(Hypotension may exhibit faster pulse rate)

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How can physical conditioning affect pulse?

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A person with frequent or sustained aerobic exercise exhibit a lower than normal pulse rate.

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41
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What are the pulse measurement sites?

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-Temporal
-Carotid
-Brachial
-Radial
-Femoral
-Popliteal
-Dorsal pedal
-Posterior tibial

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What are the most common pulse measurement sites?

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Radial and carotid

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A strong and regular pulse indicates?

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Even beats with a good force to each beat

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44
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A weak and regular pulse indicates?

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Even beats with a poor force to each beat

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A irregular pulse indicates?

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Both weak and strong beats occurring during the period of measurement

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A thready pulse indicates?

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A weak force to each beat and irregular beat

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47
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What is tachycardia?

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Rapid HR (>100 beats/min)

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What is bradycadia?

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Slow HR (<60 beats/min)

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If you measure the pulse rate of a patient for 10 seconds, what is the margin of error?

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If you measure the rate for 10 seconds and multiply by 6, the margin of error is +/- 6 beats/min.

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50
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If you measure the pulse rate of a patient for 15 seconds, what is the margin of error?

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If you measure the rate for 15 seconds and multiply by 4, the margin of error is +/- 4 beats/min

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If you measure the pulse rate of a patient for 30 seconds, what is the margin of error?

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If you measure the rate for 30 seconds and multiply by 2, the margin of error is +/- 2 beats/min

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52
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What is the normative systolic/diastolic value for Blood Pressure?

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120/80

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53
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What are the prehypertension rate for adults?

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120-139 / 80-89

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54
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What are the stage 1 hypertension ranges for adults?

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140-159 / 90-99

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55
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What are the stage 2 hypertension ranges for adults?

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160-179 / 100-109

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56
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What are the hypertension ranges for hypertension crisis?

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> 180/>110

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57
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Which artery is the most common site for BP?

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Brachial Artery

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58
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How can age affect BP?

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Young patients may have lower systolic and diastolic values.

Older adults (>65) may have higher systolic and lower diastolic values

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How can physical activity affect BP?

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Systolic should gradually increase as intensity increases, plateaus as exercise plateaus, decrease as exercise decreases.

Diastolic should not change throughout exercise.

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How can emotional stress affect BP?

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BP increases during episodes of high stress, anxiety, or emotion

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How can Medications affect BP?

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Various medications may cause increase or decrease depending on the meds. effect on the cardiovascular system

(Meds to control hypertension may result in a temporary state of hypotension in some patients)

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How can Size and condition of arteries affect BP?

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Arteries that have reduced lumen have higher BP values

Arteries that have decreased elasticity produce an increased systolic and decreased diastolic value.

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63
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How can arm position affect BP?

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BP may lower when that arm is lowered or raised from the level of the fourth intercostal space and elbow extended.

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64
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How can a muscle contraction affect BP?

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May increase BP

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65
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How can blood volume affect BP?

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BP decreases when blood loss occurs and increases with increase in blood volume

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How can dehydration affect BP?

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Significant decrease of body fluids may cause low BP

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67
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How can cardiac output affect BP?

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Systolic increases with increase cardiac output and decreases with decreased cardiac output

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How do the sites of measurement affect BP?

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BP values are normally higher in the upper left than in the upper right extremity; if the thigh is used for measurement, systolic is typically higher.

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In the assessment of respiration, how might a patient appear if they are an upper-chest breather?

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The thorax elevates and expands during inspiration and the abdomen is motionless.

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In the assessment of respiration, how might a patient appear if they are an abdominal breather?

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Expansion of the abdomen, thorax is motionless.

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71
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How might age affect RR?

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Very young patients (Infant to 3y) and elderly patients (>65) tend to have higher RR.

72
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How might physical activity affect RR?

A

Rate and depth is increased during exercise

73
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How might emotional status affect RR?

A

Rate and depth is increased during episodes of high stress, anxiety, or emotion

74
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How might air quality affect RR?

A

May cause RR to increase or decrease, depending on persons pulmonary system

75
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How might altitude affect RR?

A

High altitudes cause RR to increase until person is acclimated

76
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How might disease affect RR?

A

May increase RR and may affect depth

77
Q

In the pain scale, what pain intensity is 1-3?

A

Mild pain

78
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In the pain scale, what pain intensity is 4-6?

A

Moderate pain

79
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In the pain scale, what pain intensity is 7-10?

A

Sever pain

80
Q

Pain management includes the use of _________ and _________ interventions to control a patient’s identified pain.

A

Pharmacologic

Non-pharmacologic

81
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Pharmacologic measures include:

A

(Meds) Opioid, non opioid, and adjuvant analgesics

82
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Non-pharmacologic measures include:

A

Application of physical modalities; positioning; massage; distraction techniques (music, games, reading)

83
Q

Cramping, dull, and aching pain is a descriptor for what structure?

A

Muscle

84
Q

Sharp and shooting pain is a descriptor for what structure?

A

Nerve root

85
Q

Sharp, bright, lightning like pain is a descriptor for what structure?

A

Nerve

86
Q

Burning, pressure-like, stinging, and aching pain is a descriptor for what structure?

A

Sympathetic Nerve

87
Q

Deep, nagging, and dull pain is a descriptor of what structure?

A

Bone

88
Q

Sharp, severe, intolerable pain is a descriptor of what structure?

A

Fracture

89
Q

Throbbing, diffuse pain is a descriptor of what structure?

A

Vasculature

90
Q

Immediate reaction due to pollen, food, insect stinging, or animal dander is what type of allergic reation?

A

Type I

91
Q

What type of allergic reaction is seen after an organ transplant when the body rejects donor organ?

A

Type II

92
Q

What type of allergic reaction is a cascade of reactions in the body that destroys tissues?

A

Type III

93
Q

What type of allergic reaction is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

A

Type III

94
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What type of allergic reaction is a delayed reaction mediated by immune-specific T-cells?

A

Type IV

95
Q

What type of allergic reaction is poison ivy?

A

Type IV

96
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What is the initial treatment for mild/moderate allergic reactions?

A

-Calm the patient

-Identify the allergen and avoid contact or remove it

-Apply cool compress or calamine to itchy areas

-Observe for signs and symptoms of increased distress

-Obtain medical assistance or refer the patient for assistance

97
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What is the initial treatment for severe allergic reactions?

A

-Check the patients airway

-Calm the patient

-Help the patient ingest or inject emergency allergy medication

-Position the patient to prevent shock

98
Q

What are the objectives when treating lacerations?

A

To prevent contamination of the wound and control bleeding

99
Q

What is the initial treatment of lacerations?

A

-Wash hands, apply gloves, and apply clean or sterile towel on wound

-If blood flow is excessive, elevate the wound above the heart

-Wound can be cleansed with antiseptic or with water

-Place sterile towel over wound and apply pressure

  • Encourage patient to remain quiet

-If there is arterial bleeding, apply pressure on the wound and above the wound

100
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What is the initial treatment of shock?

A

-Determine the cause of shock and remedy, monitor BP and pulse rate.

-Place patient supine with the head slightly lower then lower extremities

-A cool compress may be applied to patients forehead, and a light blanket

-Have patient remain quiet and avoid exertion

-As symptoms relieve, have patient gradually return upright and monitor patient to prevent regression

-Request transportation for patient

101
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What are some human factors relating to falls?

A
  • Age older than 65 years
    -Impaired vision
    -Use of assisted devices
    -Decreased strength
    -History of falling
    -Use of medications
    -Inattentiveness while walking
102
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What are some environmental factors relating to falls?

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-Uneven or irregular walking surface
-Doorway thresholds
-Area rugs, throw rugs, scatter rugs
-Obstacles in the area (furniture, toys, etc.)
-Insufficient lightning
-Wet, icy surfaces
-Steps
-No handrails in shower or bathtub
-No handrails on either side of stairs

103
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What is the objective when treating fractures?

A

Protect the fracture and avoid further injury, prevent shock, reduce pain, and prevent wound contamination

104
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What is the initial treatment of fractures?

A

-Obtain information of injury if the patient is conscious

-Observe the site of injury, monitor BP and pulse

-Gently palpate the area and surrounding tissue for swelling and edema and tenderness

-Avoid movement or activity

  • Apply support to stabilize the fracture, dont attempt to align it

-Cover an open fracture site with a sterile towel

-If a spinal fracture is suspected, call 911 or obtain medical assistance

105
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What is the objective to treat burns?

A

To prevent wound contamination, relieve and reduce pain, and prevent shock

106
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What is the initial treatment for burns?

A

-Remove or eliminate the agent causing the burn

-Remove or cut away clothing neat site of burn, do not remove clothing that lies over burn or is part of wound

-A sterile towel can be laid loosely over the wound

-If a toxic chemical caused the wound, use water to wash the site to dilute the substance

-Observe for shock, respiratory distress, and other symptoms

107
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What is the objective to treat seizures?

A

Protect the patient from injury should a fall or excessive involuntary movements occur and to protect their modesty or privacy

108
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What is the initial treatment of seizures?

A

-Place the patient in a safe location and position

-Monitor the rate and quality of respiration

-Assist in keeping the patients airway patent, but do not attempt to open mouth by placing an object on the teeth

-When the convulsions subsides, turn the patient’s head to one side in case of vomiting

-Allow the patient to rest after convulsion ceases, protect their privacy

-A physician should evaluate the cause of the patients seizures

109
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What is the objective with treating choking?

A

Restore and maintain a patent airway and normal breathing

110
Q

What is the objective when treating heat-related illness?

A

To remove or reduce the cause of the illness and return the patient to a state of normal homeostasis

111
Q

What are initial indicators of heat-related illness?

A

Muscle cramps in the legs and abdomen

112
Q

Profuse sweating is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke the skin is dry (No diaphoresis)

113
Q

Labored breathing is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat stroke

Heat exhaustion is shallow, rapid breathing

114
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Weak and rapid pulse is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke is strong and rapid

115
Q

Flushed or skin changes to grey is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat stroke

Heat exhaustion is pale skin

116
Q

Normal or slightly elevated body temp. is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke is very elevated

117
Q

Exhaustion, collapse and convulsions is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat stroke

Heat exhaustion signs is just exhaustion and collapse

118
Q

Normal pupils is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat exhaustion

Heat stroke the pupils contract, then dilate

119
Q

Muscles cramping in legs and trunk is a sign of which heat-related illness?

A

Heat exhaustion

120
Q

What is the initial treatment for heat exhaustion?

A

-Lower body temp.
—Place the patient in a comfortable position in a shady or covered area.
—Sponge the patients forehead and neck with a cold compress or ice bag

-Rehydrate
—Offer water or a solution containing electrolytes

-Rest
—Observe the patient for shock or other physiologic changes

121
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What is the initial treatment for heat stroke?

A

-Heat stoke is a medical emergency

-While waiting for emergency personnel to arrive, place patient in a semi-reclining position in a shady area or room

-Cool the patient quickly with large amount of cool or cold water or apply cold, wet compresses

-Do not give the patient anything to drink if the patient is not alert or is vomiting

-If the patient is having a seizure, apply seizure precautions

122
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What is the objective to treat insulin-related illness?

A

To restore the patients to a normal insulin-glucose

123
Q

Sudden onset is a sign for which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) is gradual onset

124
Q

Flushed, dry skin in a sign for which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin reaction (Hypoglycemia) the skin is pale and moist

125
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Excited, agitated, and irritable behaviors are signs of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) have drowsy, fatigued, and confused behaviors

126
Q

Fruity breath is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) the breath odor is normal

127
Q

Normal to shallow breathing is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) the breathing is deep, labored, and short

128
Q

When vomiting is absent, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) vomiting is present.

129
Q

When the tongue is dry, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) the tongue is moist

130
Q

When hunger is absent, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) hunger is present

131
Q

When thirst is increased, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) thirst is absent

132
Q

When glucose in urine is absent or slight, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) has large amounts of glucose in urine

133
Q

When shakiness is present, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) shakiness is absent

134
Q

When sweating is present, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) sweating is absent

135
Q

When tingling sensations in the mouth is absent, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) tingling sensation in the mouth is present

136
Q

When a patient has double vision, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia)

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia) the patient has blurred vision

137
Q

When a headache is present, this is a sign of which insulin-related illness?

A

Acidosis (Hyperglycemia)

Insulin Reaction (Hypoglycemia) headaches are absent

138
Q

The American Stroke Association developed the F.A.S.T campaign to help recognize sudden signs of stroke. What does F.A.S.T include?

A

F: Face drooping
A: Arm weakness
S: Speech difficulty
T: Time to call 911

139
Q

What is the objective to treat cardiac arrest?

A

To maintain the cardiopulmonary system at level sufficient to sustain life until the patient can be transported to a medical facility. If needed perform CPR.

140
Q

What does ADA stand for?

A

Americans with Disabilities Act

141
Q

The ADA has 5 titles. What are they?

A

Title I: Employment
Title II: Public Service
Title III: Public Accommodations
Title IV: Telecommunications
Title V: Miscellaneous Provisions

142
Q

What are some examples of workplace accommodations? (Title I)

A

-Modifications of work schedule
-Modifications of job activities or requirements
-Employee reassignment or relocation
-Modifications to physical environment
-Assistive devices (teletypewriter, telephone amplifier, telecommunications for deaf)
-Modification of furniture or equipment

143
Q

What are some examples of Title III Removal of barriers category?

A

-Providing curb cuts in sidewalks and entrances
-Repositioning shelves
-Rearranging tables, chairs, vending machines and other furniture
-Repositioning telephones
-Adding raised markings on elevator control buttons
-Installing grab bars in toilet stalls
-Installing a raised toilet
-Widening doors
-Changing carpeting
-Creating designated accessible parking spaces

144
Q

What should be the sidewalk width for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

36 inches minimum; smooth, firm surface; slope no greater than ramp

145
Q

What should be the door width for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

32 inches minimum, 36 inches is preferable

146
Q

What should be the hall width for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

32 inches minimum, 40 inches preferable

147
Q

What should the threshold height be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Absent or 0.5 inches maximum

148
Q

How high from the floor should electrical outlets be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

18 inches

149
Q

How high from the floor should electrical controls be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

48 inches max, 40 inches optimal

150
Q

How high from floor should telephone access be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

18 inches; jacks in every room

151
Q

What should the floor surface be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Firm (wood, tile, linoleum); slip resistant; 0.5 inch or less pile carpet

152
Q

How high from the floor should door handles be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

36 inches from the floor, lever type

153
Q

How high from the floor should the window be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

36 inches; vertical sliding or cranking operation

154
Q

What should be the features of the ramp in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

36-48 inches wide; no more than 1-inch rise for each foot of vertical rise; firm, slip-resistant surface

155
Q

What should be the reach zone for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Comfortable reach for seated person is 20-44 inches

156
Q

What should the kitchen floor plan be for a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

U or L shaped is best

157
Q

In the kitchen what is the optimal turning radius in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

5 x 5 feet

158
Q

How high should the countertop, work surface be from the floor in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

30-34 inches ; 29 inches for knee clearance minimum

159
Q

How high from the floor should the sink height be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

32-34 inches

160
Q

How high from the floor should the Range be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

32-34 inches; smooth cook top, front controls

161
Q

In the kitchen where is the best place to put cabinets in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Within access of the reach zone as much as possible; to kick area on base cabinets should be recessed more than the normal 4 inches

162
Q

In the kitchen, where should outlets, microwave, and small appliances be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Within the access and reach zone

163
Q

What is the access zone in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

30 x 48 inches clearance in front of fixtures, work areas, and appliaces

164
Q

How high from the floor should the toilet be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

16 inches or less; 18 inches for sitting transfer; 3 foot space needed in front and to one side for wheel-chair clearance

165
Q

What should the dimensions be for a roll-in shower in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

30 x 60 inches minimum; 5 x 4 feet

166
Q

What should the dimensions be for a regular shower in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

36 x 36 inches with fixed seat; hand-held shower head; single lever water control

167
Q

How high from the floor should the bathroom sink be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

34 inches maximum, bowl depth slopes from front to back

168
Q

What should the features be for the bathtub in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Integral seat, waterproof floor, and floor drain, 30 x 60 inches maximum, 18 inches deep; adequate space needed for wheel-chair entrance

169
Q

What are the features of the safety (Grab) bars in a bathroom of a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

24-30 inches long; height and position according to patients needs; must be attached to floor, wall stud, or reinforced underlay

170
Q

How high from the floor should the bed height be in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

18-22 inches; firm mattress; adequate space for wheel-chair on one side

171
Q

What are the features for the bedroom closet in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Sliding entry doors; rods adjustable or 48 inches maximum; “Roll in” closet is beneficial

172
Q

What are the features for the room size of a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

Provides space for wheel-chair access and clearance for transfers, obtaining clothing

173
Q

What are the features for the garage in a wheel-chair accessible home?

A

10 foot minimum if a raised roof van is used; 8 feet for a wheel-chair lift; 5 feet for a wheel-chair transfer; should have direct entrance to house

174
Q

State and local governments may not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities; all government facilities, including public transportation, and communication is summary for which ADA Title?

A

Title II

175
Q

Companies or business offering telephone service to the general public must offer telephone relay services to persons who use telecommunication devices for the deaf or similar devices, is a summary for which ADA Title?

A

Title IV

176
Q

Employees must not discriminate against a person with a disability in hiring or promoting if the person is otherwise qualified for the job, is a brief summary for which ADA Title?

A

Title I

177
Q

Public accommodations operated by private entities such as restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and theaters may not discriminate against persons with disabilities, is a brief summary for which ADA Title?

A

Title III

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