Chapter 22 Poisoning and Drug Abuse

22-7. When a patient ingests an acid or base treatment is to give a neutralizing agent orally.

2. False

22-8. If the HM is unable to reach the poison control center or a physician for specific instructions, how should the HM treat a victim who has ingested turpentine?

2. Give 1 to 2 ounces of vegetable oil orally

22-27. Signs and symptoms of stimulant intoxication include all of the following EXCEPT?

2. Increased appetite

22-16. On patrol, a member of the unit receives a rattlesnake bite just below the elbow. What first aid treatment should be performed?

2. Place a constricting band 2 inches proximal to the bite site

22-10. Treatment for an inhalation poisoning victim includes all of the following EXCEPT?

3. Administration of stimulants

22-29. Marijuana falls into which of the following categories of drugs?

3. Cannabis

22-28. A person may display which of the following sign(s) after using a hallucinogenic drug?

3. Flushed face

22-5. What is the most common route of exposure to toxic chemicals in the home?

3. Ingested

22-11. A patient presents exhibiting signs of anaphylactic reaction to a bee or wasp sting. Of the following, which is NOT considered appropriate treatment?

3. Warm packs over the sting site

22-22. How many hours after the last dose does narcotic withdraw normally peak?

4. 72 hours

22-24. Which of the following is not a symptom of alcohol abuse?

4. Increased level of consciousness

22-21. Antivenin is available to neutralize the effects of the following types of Coelenterates?

4. Sea wasp, box jellyfish

22-4. A patient presents with salivation, lacrimation, urination, and muscle weakness. What toxic syndrome does this set of symptoms suggest?

2. Cholinergic

22-25. Withdrawal from barbiturates is less life threatening than narcotic withdrawal.

2. False

22-6. Which of the following is the method of choice for the HM to use to induce vomiting?

1. 15-30 cc of syrup of Ipecac

22-31. In caring for drug-intoxicated persons, the HM should perform what actions as the first priority?

1. Check for an adequate airway

22-26. Central nervous system stimulants are used for all of the following EXCEPT?

1. Decrease mental alertness

22-12. The victim of a scorpion sting may safely be given any of the following pharmaceuticals EXCEPT?

1. Demerol or morphine

22-23. The most widely abused drug(s) is/are?

1. Ethanol

22-18. The Puffer, Surgeon, Trigger, and Parrot fish are known to be_________.

1. Poisonous at all times

22-30. Persons who regularly abuse inhalants risk which of the following injuries?

1. Severe brain damage 2. Damaged internal organs 3. Death 4. All of the above

22-14. Crotalids are identified by ______ .

1. Slit-like pupils of the eyes 2. Flat, triangular heads

22-19. A person suffering from a Venomous Fish sting should?

1. Soak the wound in hot water for 30 to 90 minutes

22-20. Identify the fish with which there is antivenom available.

1. Stonefish 2. Scorpionfish 3. Zebrafish 4. All of the above

22-15. What is the key identifying feature of the North American coral snake that distinguishes it from other snakes with similar markings?

1. The yellow band is always next to the red band

22-1. Poisoning is defined as contact with or exposure to a toxic substance.

1. True

22-17. Valuable information on the antivenom is found in the package inserts.

1. True

22-2. Toxicology is defined as the science of poisons.

1. True

22-13. Symptoms of a black widow spider bite may include severe pain, dyspnea, and ______ .

2. Abdominal rigidity

22-3. A patient presents with dilated pupils, fever, dry skin, urinary retention, decreased bowel sounds, and increased heart rate. What toxidrome does this set of symptoms suggest?

2. Anticholinergic

22-9. Of the following, which is considered the most common agent in inhalation poisoning?

2. Carbon monoxide