Question 1

A child who falls while skating, scraping the skin off her knee, may have which type of wound?

Accepted Answer

An abrasion is a wound where the top layer of skin is scraped off, often referred to as a "skinned knee".

Question 2

Part of the recommended treatment for mild frostbite of the fingers is

Accepted Answer

Immersing the affected area in warm water (water temperature of 104-107 degrees Fahrenheit) is the recommended treatment for mild frostbite. This will help to gradually warm up the affected tissue and improve blood flow. Rubbing or massaging the affected area can actually worsen the condition, and wrapping the hands in hot towels or washing with soap and water should also be avoided.

Question 3

You receive an urgent call from a parent, who reports that his child cut her arm with a knife and "There is blood all over the place." What is the first step in controlling the hemorrhage?

Accepted Answer

The first step in controlling bleeding is to apply direct pressure to the wound. This can be done with a clean cloth or bandage. A tourniquet should only be used as a last resort and should be applied by a medical professional. Lowering the arm may help reduce blood flow to the area, but direct pressure is the most effective way to stop the bleeding. Applying ice is not recommended as it can cause vasoconstriction and delay the clotting process.

Question 4

The mother of a 10-year-old boy with diabetes type 1 calls, very concerned about her son. He has been sick for 2 days with a fever and loss of appetite, and he now is very lethargic and is vomiting, and his breath smells fruity. What health emergency may be developing?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of lethargy, vomiting, fruity breath odor, and loss of appetite in a diabetic child with a fever may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and progression toward a diabetic coma. This is a medical emergency that requires immediate evaluation and treatment by a healthcare provider. Insulin shock and hyperglycemia can also occur in a child with diabetes, but the symptoms described are more consistent with DKA. Septicemia is a potential complication in any child with an infection, but the symptoms described are more specific to complications of diabetes.

Question 5

A closed wound caused by blunt force trauma that results in swelling, ecchymosis, and pain is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A contusion is a closed wound caused by blunt force trauma that results in swelling, ecchymosis (discoloration caused by blood escaping from the vessels into the tissues), and pain. An abrasion is a superficial open wound caused by scraping or rubbing. An avulsion is an open wound caused by tearing away of tissue. A laceration is a wound caused by tearing or cutting of the skin and/or underlying tissues.

Question 6

The wife of an elderly patient reports that her husband may be suffering from heatstroke. What recommendations should the medical assistant make?

Accepted Answer

Heatstroke is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Applying cool, damp cloths to all exposed skin and then fanning the moist skin can help lower temperature and prevent further damage. It is important to avoid drinking cold fluids as they can cause cramping, nausea, and vomiting in a dehydrated patient with heatstroke. It is also not recommended to wait until tomorrow to be checked out as it can lead to serious complications or death.

Question 7

Good Samaritan laws provide medical assistants with legal protection as long as they

Accepted Answer

Good Samaritan laws protect medical assistants who administer first aid at the site within their scope of competence. In order to be protected, the medical assistant needs to act competently within their scope of training and expertise, rather than doing nothing or providing care beyond their knowledge and training.

Question 8

A patient with a deep, jagged wound that is bleeding profusely is diagnosed with a(n)

Accepted Answer

A deep, jagged wound that is bleeding profusely is most likely a laceration, which is a type of wound that occurs when the skin and other tissues are torn or cut open. An avulsion involves the tearing away of tissue, such as a finger or a piece of skin. A traumatic injury is a general term that can refer to any type of injury, while a hematoma is a localized collection of blood outside of blood vessels that can occur as a result of an injury.

Question 9

The medical term for a heart attack is

Accepted Answer

The medical term for a heart attack is myocardial infarction.

Question 10

A family that lives near a neighborhood lake calls to report that their child fell into the water and now has a temperature below 95$\degree$ F. What type of problem is this?

Accepted Answer

The child has a temperature below 95°F, which indicates that their body temperature has dropped significantly below the normal range. This is a sign of hypothermia, which is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, and it can be life-threatening if left untreated.

Question 11

Signs and symptoms of shock include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Hypotension, not hypertension, is a hallmark sign of shock.

Question 12

The wife of a patient with diabetes calls to report that her husband exercised strenuously this morning, and he now feels dizzy and is sweating profusely. What might be the problem?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of dizziness and profuse sweating could indicate hypoglycemia, which can occur when a diabetic patient exercises strenuously without adjusting their insulin or food intake accordingly. This can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar levels, leading to these symptoms. It is important for the patient to check their blood glucose levels and eat a snack or drink juice to raise their blood sugar if it is too low.

Question 13

Systemic spread of a bacterial infection may result in which type of shock?

Accepted Answer

Septic shock is caused by a bacterial infection that has spread throughout the body, leading to a systemic response known as sepsis. This response triggers widespread inflammation, causing blood vessels to leak fluid and leading to a drop in blood pressure, which can be life-threatening. Hypovolemic shock is caused by a loss of blood volume, neurogenic shock is caused by a disruption of the nervous system, and psychogenic shock is caused by a psychological response, such as experiencing extreme distress or fear. None of these types of shock are directly related to a bacterial infection spreading throughout the body.

Question 14

Paco Garcia calls in a panic. One of his workers cut his arm on a saw, and the wound is bleeding profusely. Which artery should the medical assistant tell him to squeeze to try to stop the bleeding until EMS arrives?

Accepted Answer

The brachial artery is located in the upper arm and is a major artery that supplies the arm with blood. Squeezing this artery can help to slow or stop bleeding in the arm. The other options (radial, subclavian, and femoral) are not located near the injury and squeezing them would not be effective in stopping the bleeding.

Question 15

What are some of the signs and symptoms of heatstroke?

Accepted Answer

Heatstroke is characterized by a core body temperature greater than 104°F along with symptoms such as red, hot, dry skin and a rapid pulse. White, waxy skin color and slow pulse are more indicative of shock. Profuse diaphoresis is sweating and would not be present in heatstroke. Complaints of pain throughout the extremities is not directly associated with heatstroke.

Question 16

What percentage of the body is burned in an adult victim with burns of both arms?

Accepted Answer

According to the Rule of Nines, each arm is 9% of the body's surface area. Therefore, burns to both arms would account for 18% of the body being burned.

Question 17

A temporary loss of neurologic function that is caused by a problem with blood flow to the brain tissues is called a

Accepted Answer

TIA stands for Transient Ischemic Attack and it is a temporary loss of neurologic function due to a brief interruption of blood flow to the brain. It is also known as a mini-stroke and the symptoms usually resolve within 24 hours. A CVA (Choice A) and stroke (Choice B) typically refer to a permanent loss of neurologic function due to a longer interruption of blood flow to the brain. Carotid occlusion (Choice D) refers to the complete blockage of the carotid artery, which can cause a stroke but is not specific to a temporary loss of function.

Question 18

A very agitated Madeline Tamarelli calls to report that her 18-year-old son and his friends were playing with knives, and a knife was thrown into his leg. The medical assistant should instruct Mrs. Tamarelli to do all of the following except

Accepted Answer

The medical assistant should not advise Mrs. Tamarelli to remove the knife as it may cause further damage and bleeding. Instead, the medical assistant should advise her to stabilize the knife with clean material and wait for emergency medical services to arrive.

Question 19

Eddie Thompson, age 16, is allergic to penicillin. If he is given an injection of penicillin G, which of the following shock emergencies might occur?

Accepted Answer

Eddie's allergy to penicillin indicates that he may experience an anaphylactic shock emergency if given an injection of penicillin G. Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction that can cause symptoms such as difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, and low blood pressure.

Question 20

A patient tells you she feels dizzy and lightheaded. What is the first thing you should do?

Accepted Answer

Lowering the head to the knees increases blood flow to the brain and prevents fainting.

Quiz 29: Safety and Emergency Practices

A child who falls while skating, scraping the skin off her knee, may have which type of wound?

Part of the recommended treatment for mild frostbite of the fingers is

You receive an urgent call from a parent, who reports that his child cut her arm with a knife and "There is blood all over the place." What is the first step in controlling the hemorrhage?

The mother of a 10-year-old boy with diabetes type 1 calls, very concerned about her son. He has been sick for 2 days with a fever and loss of appetite, and he now is very lethargic and is vomiting, and his breath smells fruity. What health emergency may be developing?

A closed wound caused by blunt force trauma that results in swelling, ecchymosis, and pain is called a(n)

The wife of an elderly patient reports that her husband may be suffering from heatstroke. What recommendations should the medical assistant make?

Good Samaritan laws provide medical assistants with legal protection as long as they

A patient with a deep, jagged wound that is bleeding profusely is diagnosed with a(n)

The medical term for a heart attack is

A family that lives near a neighborhood lake calls to report that their child fell into the water and now has a temperature below 95 $\degree$ F. What type of problem is this?

Signs and symptoms of shock include all of the following except

The wife of a patient with diabetes calls to report that her husband exercised strenuously this morning, and he now feels dizzy and is sweating profusely. What might be the problem?

Systemic spread of a bacterial infection may result in which type of shock?

Paco Garcia calls in a panic. One of his workers cut his arm on a saw, and the wound is bleeding profusely. Which artery should the medical assistant tell him to squeeze to try to stop the bleeding until EMS arrives?

What are some of the signs and symptoms of heatstroke?

What percentage of the body is burned in an adult victim with burns of both arms?

A temporary loss of neurologic function that is caused by a problem with blood flow to the brain tissues is called a

A very agitated Madeline Tamarelli calls to report that her 18-year-old son and his friends were playing with knives, and a knife was thrown into his leg. The medical assistant should instruct Mrs. Tamarelli to do all of the following except

Eddie Thompson, age 16, is allergic to penicillin. If he is given an injection of penicillin G, which of the following shock emergencies might occur?

A patient tells you she feels dizzy and lightheaded. What is the first thing you should do?

Quiz 29: Safety and Emergency Practices

A child who falls while skating, scraping the skin off her knee, may have which type of wound?

Part of the recommended treatment for mild frostbite of the fingers is

You receive an urgent call from a parent, who reports that his child cut her arm with a knife and "There is blood all over the place." What is the first step in controlling the hemorrhage?

The mother of a 10-year-old boy with diabetes type 1 calls, very concerned about her son. He has been sick for 2 days with a fever and loss of appetite, and he now is very lethargic and is vomiting, and his breath smells fruity. What health emergency may be developing?

A closed wound caused by blunt force trauma that results in swelling, ecchymosis, and pain is called a(n)

The wife of an elderly patient reports that her husband may be suffering from heatstroke. What recommendations should the medical assistant make?

Good Samaritan laws provide medical assistants with legal protection as long as they

A patient with a deep, jagged wound that is bleeding profusely is diagnosed with a(n)

The medical term for a heart attack is

A family that lives near a neighborhood lake calls to report that their child fell into the water and now has a temperature below 95 °\degree° F. What type of problem is this?

Signs and symptoms of shock include all of the following except

The wife of a patient with diabetes calls to report that her husband exercised strenuously this morning, and he now feels dizzy and is sweating profusely. What might be the problem?

Systemic spread of a bacterial infection may result in which type of shock?

Paco Garcia calls in a panic. One of his workers cut his arm on a saw, and the wound is bleeding profusely. Which artery should the medical assistant tell him to squeeze to try to stop the bleeding until EMS arrives?

What are some of the signs and symptoms of heatstroke?

What percentage of the body is burned in an adult victim with burns of both arms?

A temporary loss of neurologic function that is caused by a problem with blood flow to the brain tissues is called a

A very agitated Madeline Tamarelli calls to report that her 18-year-old son and his friends were playing with knives, and a knife was thrown into his leg. The medical assistant should instruct Mrs. Tamarelli to do all of the following except

Eddie Thompson, age 16, is allergic to penicillin. If he is given an injection of penicillin G, which of the following shock emergencies might occur?

A patient tells you she feels dizzy and lightheaded. What is the first thing you should do?

A family that lives near a neighborhood lake calls to report that their child fell into the water and now has a temperature below 95 $\degree$ F. What type of problem is this?