Role of a PA (Exam #1)

Question 1

What is EMTALA?

Answer 1

Anyone coming to ED must be stabilized and treated, regardless of their citizenship/legal status, insurance status or ability to pay

Question 2

What type of ED subtype involves stable vitals, minor illness, lacs, minor bites/burns, abscesses, cellulitis (uncomplicated), rash, HA, minor HEENT, back pain, dysuria?

Answer 2

“Fast Track” ED = quick, simple cases

Question 3

What type of ED subtype involves trauma, deformed extremities, long bone fractures, very young vs. old, 103+ F temp., abnormal vitals, CP, SOB, neuro changes?

Answer 3

HIGH Acuity

Question 4

What are the four exceptions to Informed Consent?

Answer 4

• Unconscious
• Incapable of consent
• Imminent harm from non-tx
• No surrogate available

Question 5

What does “ADC VANDISMAL” stand for, and what does this apply to?

Answer 5

Admission Orders

• Admit
• Diagnosis
• Condition
• Vitals
• Allergies
• Nursing
• Diet
• IV fluids
• Specials
• Meds
• Activity
• Labs

Question 6

What are five important components of a discharge note?

Answer 6

• Dx
• Secondary dx
• Medications
• Instructions
• Follow-up