HP203 Chapter 15
True or False. Febrile seizures effect adults.
False
True or False. TIA stands for trans ischemic attack.
False
True or False. When a person experiences a seizure it is best to put something in the victims mouth.
False
Seizure
If unconscious and fluid/vomit is in the victim's mouth, place on the side to allow fluid to drain from the mouth
True or False. Fainting is also known as syncope.
True
True or False. Obesity is a risk factor for diabetes.
True
Stroke
ask victim to raise arms
Chronic illness
condition develops over a long period of time
Acute illness
condition of rapid and severe onset
Febrile seizure
cool the body
Stroke
disruption of blood flow to the brain
Fainting
elevate legs
Diabetic emergency
give food or fluid if victim is conscious
Which of the following should the 1st responder NOT do with a fainting person? A. check for breathing B. give them water C. lay them down D. loosen their clothing
give them water
If the diabetic victim is awake and experiencing an episode, what should the 1st responder administer? A. asprin B. oxygen C. sugar D. water
sugar
Hypoglycemia
too little sugar
Hyperglycemia
too much sugar
TIA stands for: A. transient ischemic attack B. transfer improves airway C. transfer ischium attack D. tranverse iliac assist
transient ischemic attack
