Deck 21: Emergency Procedures

Question 1

The term "drug abuse" refers only to the use of illegal drugs.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Bleeding that comes out in spurts is more life-threatening than that which flows evenly.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

When a conscious victim's life is in danger, you should proceed with necessary emergency care even if he or she refuses to give consent.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Broken bones should be aligned as well as possible before being immobilized with a splint.​

Question 5

Very deep burns are often less painful than those involving only the outer layers of the skin.

Question 6

Any medical emergency can cause shock.

Question 7

Always check for circulation proximal to any dressing or wrap to ensure adequate perfusion of the extremity.

Question 8

A cerebrovascular accident (CVA)is a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain cells.

Question 9

Emergency medical services (EMS)should be contacted for any victim who is suffering from chest pain, even if it is believed to be indigestion.

Question 10

​Dressings used to stop bleeding should be replaced when they become soaked with blood.

Question 11

If a bleeding wound contains an embedded object, the object should be removed before pressure is applied to stop the bleeding.

Question 12

Drowning victims usually cannot call for help.

Question 13

Massaging frostbitten tissue can cause further damage and should be avoided.

Question 14

If a finger is broken, a finger-wrap dressing can be used instead of a splint.

Question 15

A spiral-wrap is effective for wrapping an ankle, elbow, or wrist.

Question 16

A figure-eight wrap is used to support a joint.

Question 17

When assisting an individual who is experiencing bleeding from a broken nose, apply a cold compress and instruct him or her to lean forward.

Question 18

Grand mal seizures are generalized strong muscle spasms of the entire body.

Question 19

Hyperthermia is more dangerous than hypothermia.

Question 20

A sling is used to support an injured shoulder, collarbone, or arm.

Question 21

Which is the correct treatment for a victim suffering from heat cramps?​

A) ​Give aspirin.
B) ​Apply cool water to the body.
C) ​Give salt tablets.
D) ​Rub skin with alcohol.

Question 22

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia?​

A) ​Sweating and pale skin color
B) ​Fruity smell to the breath
C) ​Nausea and vomiting
D) ​Flushed skin and rapid breathing

Question 23

When is it acceptable for you to move an accident victim without the assistance of emergency medical personnel?​

A) ​When there is no evidence of a back injury
B) ​When the victim gives consent to be moved
C) ​When the victim's life is in immediate danger
D) ​When the victim is not breathing

Question 24

​Who is typically protected by Good Samaritan laws passed by the states?

A) ​Only individuals with formal health care training
B) ​Only individuals who have received American Red Cross first aid training
C) ​Individuals who cause no harm to the victims
D) ​All individuals who perform within the limits of their ability

Question 25

What should you suspect if an individual is experiencing excessive thirst, hunger, and frequency of urination?​

A) ​Hyperglycemia
B) ​Allergic reaction
C) ​Heart attack
D) ​Heat stroke

Question 26

Which emergency condition requires the immediate use of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?​

A) ​Victim is not breathing but has a pulse.
B) ​Victim is not breathing and does not have a pulse.
C) ​Victim has suffered a heart attack.
D) ​Victim is in shock.

Question 27

What should be the first action taken when arriving on the scene of an emergency in which people have been injured?​

A) ​Check to see if victims are breathing.
B) ​Ask victim for consent to give assistance.
C) ​Quickly assess the situation.
D) ​Call emergency personnel.

Question 28

Which of the following should be given immediately to a diabetic who is suffering from low blood sugar?​

A) ​An insulin injection
B) ​A meat sandwich
C) ​A piece of candy
D) ​A drink of water

Question 29

Which is the appropriate action to take when the stinger is left in the victim by an insect bite?​

A) ​Leave it alone because it will eventually fall out.
B) ​Remove it with tweezers.
C) ​Squeeze it gently so that it pops out.
D) ​Remove it by scraping with a fingernail or other straight edge.

Question 30

​Which action is most appropriate when assisting a victim who is experiencing a seizure?

A) ​Perform rescue breathing.
B) ​Restrain from making violent movements.
C) ​Place something between the teeth.
D) ​Loosen tight clothing.

Question 31

​A victim suffering from hypothermia should be carefully observed for:

A) ​a low rate of respiration.
B) ​excessive sweating.
C) ​shivering.
D) ​discoloration of flesh.

Question 32

Which action is appropriate when assisting a victim who has fainted?​

A) ​Attempt to waken with gentle shaking.
B) ​Place a pillow under the head.
C) ​Place on his or her back and raise the legs.
D) ​Place on his or her back on a level surface.

Question 33

Which is the best position for an arm or leg that is bleeding heavily?​

A) ​Above heart level
B) ​At heart level
C) ​Below heart level
D) ​Whatever is most comfortable for the victim

Question 34

Which is the proper treatment for strains and sprains?​

A) ​Apply cold compresses.
B) ​Apply hot compresses
C) ​Use the limb as soon as possible to prevent stiffening.
D) ​Apply a splint to immobilize the limb.

Question 35

What should be your first action when assisting a victim who has swallowed a poisonous substance?​

A) ​Observe him carefully for adverse reactions.
B) ​Induce vomiting.
C) ​Look for the accidental poisoning instructions on the label of the substance.
D) ​Call the Poison Control Center or EMS.

Question 36

When is it NOT appropriate to run cool water over a burn?​

A) ​When the cause of the burn was hot grease
B) ​When chemicals are present on the skin
C) ​When the burn covers a very large area of the body
D) ​When the burned area is very painful

Question 37

When is it recommended that a tourniquet be used to control bleeding?​

A) ​When the source is an artery
B) ​When the source is a vein
C) ​When the bleeding is very heavy
D) ​Never

Question 38

The correct way to remove foreign objects from the eye is by:​

A) ​grasping them carefully with tweezers.
B) ​flushing the eye with water.
C) ​rubbing the eye gently.
D) ​using a cotton swab.

Question 39

The Golden Rule in providing first aid is to:​

A) ​give as much help as the victim wants.
B) ​wait until fully trained emergency personnel arrive.
C) ​do everything possible to assist the victim.
D) ​do no further harm.

Question 40

What would be the best action to take first if you are the first to arrive at the scene of a car accident that involves a fire in the engine and danger of explosion?​

A) ​Remove the victims as quickly as possible.
B) ​Call 9-1-1 and wait for assistance.
C) ​Try to put out the fire.
D) ​Flag down others to help you.

Question 41

If it is possible that an emergency victim will need surgery, do not give anything

Question 42

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Tearing of muscle fibers

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 43

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Disruption in blood flow throughout the body

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 44

Very young children are sensitive to increases in _________________________ and should be treated promptly.

Question 45

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Condition in which body tissue freezes

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 46

An important consideration when applying slings and bandages is that they do not interfere with the individual's ____________________.

Question 47

Explain why all allergic reactions, including mild ones, should be monitored carefully.

Question 48

The recommended method to stop bleeding is to apply _________________________.

Question 49

If you must enter an area in which poisonous fumes are present, use protective breathing gear or place a ____________________ over the nose.

Question 50

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​A broken bone breaks through the skin

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 51

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Occurs when respiratory system is penetrated and air escapes

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 52

Burn victims should be assessed for ____________________ damage caused by smoke in addition to being treated for the actual burns.

Question 53

The first priority when administering first aid is to assess if ____________________ is needed.

Question 54

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Disruption of blood flow that results in the death of brain cells

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 55

____________________, ____________________, and ____________________ are all particularly susceptible to temperature illnesses, and care should be taken to protect them from the conditions that put them at risk.

Question 56

Explain why electrical burns may be more serious than they appear.

Question 57

In any conditions that may result in the victim vomiting, it is important not to give anything to ____________________ or ____________________.

Question 58

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Increase in body temperature above normal

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 59

​Match each condition to the following correct description.
​Torn ligament fibers

A)​Sucking wound
B)​Open fracture
C)​Strain
D)​Sprain
E)​Hyperthermia
F)​Frostbite
G)​Shock
H)​Stroke

Question 60

When a victim has received a violent blow to the body or has a broken bone, he or she should be evaluated for _________________________.

Question 61

Describe the type of chest pain that often accompanies a heart attack.

Question 62

List at least five signs of a drug overdose.