First Aid and CPR Final
Your assessment reveals that a patient is stable. You should reassess this patient every- a) 15 minutes b) 5 minutes c) 10 minutes
15 minutes
When washing your hands, you should rub your wet hands vigorously with soap for at least a) 20 seconds b) 10 seconds c) 15 seconds d) 5 seconds
15 seconds
You determine that an oxygen cylinder needs to be changed when the pressure gauge reads- a) 2000 psi b) 200 psi c) 500 psi d) 1000 psi
200 psi
A woman has partial-thickness burns covering her entire chest, abdomen, and back. Inspection reveals no other burned areas. Approximately what % of her body is burned? a) 27% b) 18% c) 9% d) 36%
27%
Diseases caused by a virus a) Tetanus b) Mumps c) Avian Flu d) Malaria c) Chicken Pox d) Anthrax
Tetanus, Mumps, Avian Flu, Malaria, Chicken Pox, Anthrax
A diseases that is most likely caused by bacteria a) Hepatitis b) Malaria c) Measles d) Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis
When assessing a patient's breathing and pulse, look, listen and feel for no longer than a) 20 seconds b) 15 seconds c) 10 seconds d) 5 seconds
10 seconds
Normal respiratory rate for an adult a) 25-50 b) 15-30 c) 12-20 d) 5-10
12-20 breaths per minute
What's stated or asked first when approaching a conscious patient? A) What is your name? b) will you let me examine you c) I am an EMR here to help you d) can you tell me what happened
"I am an EMR here to help you"
You are estimating the amount of body area burned using the Rule of Nines. Burns to the genital area would account for which percentage of body area for an adult? a) 18% b) 1% c) 0% d) 9%
1%
You determine that a child with which respiratory rate would benefit from emergency oxygen a) 36 breaths per minute b) 16 breaths per minute c) 28 breaths per minute d) 22 breaths per minute
36 breaths per minute
You find that a patient is not breathing. The patient's brain cells will begin to die within what time if breathing is not re-established? a) 6 to 8 minutes b) 1 to 2 minutes c) 4 to 6 minutes d) 2 to 4 minutes
4-6 minutes
When using the Glascow Coma Scale (GCS) to asses a patient's level of consciousness what score indicates a severe brain injury a) 6 b) 10 c) 7 d) 8
8 or less
A scale used to asses a patient's mental status or responsiveness a) AVPU b) SAMPLE
AVPU
The stomach is located in which body cavity? a) Thoracic b) Cranial c) Abdominal d) Pelvic
Abdominal
The following stages indicate Levels of Consciousness (LOC). a) Unresponsive alert, verbal, painful b) Alert, verbal, unresponsive, Painful c) Alert, verbal, painful, unresponsive d) Unresponsive, alert, painful, verbal
Alert, Verbal, Painful, Unresponsive
If you find that you are a target of a patients' anger, make sure you a) are safe b) do not take anger or insults personally c) are tolerant, and do not become defensive
Are safe, Do not take the anger or insults personally, Are tolerant, and do not become defensive
You are called to the home of an elderly gentleman who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The family is at his bedside and tells you that he has an advanced directive. You observe that the patient is not breathing. What would be most appropriate a) Begin to resuscitate the person b) Call the funeral director for the family c) Ask the family if you can see the written directive d) Tell the family that there s nothing that you can do
Ask the family if you can see the written directive
You are examining the head of a patient. What is identified as normal a) Facial asymmetry b) Pupil constriction on exposure to darkness c) clear fluid around the eyes d) both pupils are equal in size
Both pupils are equal in size
You are called to the home of an elderly gentleman who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The family is at his bedside and tells you that he has an advanced directive. You observe that the patient is not breathing. One family member says that they were praying in the hopes that the patient "would hold on until his grandson graduated next month" This would suggest that the family member is in which stage of grieving? a) acceptance b) anger c) denial d) bargaining
Bargaining
Modes of transmission for infectious diseases a) blood or blood splash b) Surface contamination c) Needle stick exposure
Blood or blood splash, Surface contamination, Needles stick exposure
You arrive at the home of a patient who has been ill for the past three weeks with what he thought was a respiratory infection. He has also had a bad cough throughout this time. You evaluate the patient and suspect that he might have tuberculosis. What symptoms might be present? a) Stiff neck b) Bloody sputum c) yellowing of the skin d) Abdominal pain
Bloody sputum
A person is not breathing and does not have a pulse. you suspect that this may reflect a problem with a) Cerebrum b) Spinal cord c) Cerebellum d) Brain stem
Brain stem
The spread of HIV and hepatitis in the health care setting can usually be traced to a) Careless handling of sharps b) Improper use of BSI precautions c) Sexual interactions with infected persons d) Not wearing PPE
Careless handling of sharps
Used to assess the circulation for an unresponsive adult patient A) Brachial Pulse b) radial pulse c) carotid pulse
Carotid Pulse
Arteries are responsible for: a) Carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart b) Carrying deoxygenated blood away from the heart c) Carrying oxygenated blood towards the heart d) Carrying deoxygenated blood towards the heart
Carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart
The brain and spinal cord are components of the: a) Central nervous system b) Autonomic nervous system c) Somatic nervous system d) Peripheral nervous system
Central nervous system
Which vertebrae would be involved if a patient experiences an injury to their neck? a) Cervical b) Thoracic c) Sacral d) Lumbar
Cervical
Used to clean up a spill of blood that occurred while caring for a patient. a) Hydrogen peroxide b) liquid soap c) alcohol d) chlorine bleach
Chlorine bleach
All of the following are components of the pelvic girdle except the: a) Pubis b) Ischium c) Clavicle d) llium
Clavicle
As you are providing care to a patient, some of the patient's blood gets on your forearm. What would you do next? a) Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water b) Wash the area with a diluted bleach solution c) Irrigate the area with sterile saline for 10 minutes d) Use alcohol to clean off the blood
Clean the area thoroughly with soap and water
Your primary assessment reveals several signs and symptoms. which of the following would by considered a symptom? a) bleeding b) Complains of leg pain
Complains of leg plain
A patient has sustained a chemical burn to the eye. Which of the following is appropriate when flushing the eye? a) Use a brush to facilitate the chemical's removal b) Continue to flush eye for about 20 minutes c) Use cold tap water d) Position the head so water flows towards the nose
Continue to flush eye for about 20 minutes
You are providing care for a minor superficial laceration on a patient's arm. Which of the following would you do first a) Irrigate the would with clear, warm running water b) Apply antibiotic ointment c) Clean the wound with soap and water d) Control the bleeding
Control the bleeding
The stage of the grieving process that involves refusal to accept diagnosis or care a) depression b) acceptance C) denial
Denial
When going from a well-lit to a dark one, you would expect the normal pupil to: a) Dilate b) constrict c) not react d) Fluctuate
Dilate
Considered to be a work practice control a) Disinfecting work surfaces possibly soiled with blood or body fluids b) Ensuring that sharp disposal containers are readily available c) Posting signs at entrances where infectious materials may be present d) Providing bio hazard containers
Disinfecting work surfaces possibly soiled with blood or body fluids
A nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) differs from an OPA in that an NPA- a) Does not cause the person to gag (or much less likely to cause gagging) b) Does not need to be lubricated for insertion c) Does not require measuring for size d) Cannot be used on an unconscious
Does not cause the person to gag (or much less likely to cause gagging)
The best reflection of the stages of grief a) anger as a grief response usually is the first response to occur b) Each person experiences every stage of grief c) Each person's reaction to death and dying is unique d) Grief responses occur in a predictable pattern for everyone
Each person's reaction to death and dying is unique
While caring for a patient, some blood splashes into your eyes. Which of the following should you do first? a) Wash your face with soap and water b) Flush the eyes with clean water for 20 minutes c) Apply antiseptic eye drops d) Report the incident to the designated person in your agency
Flush the eyes with clean water for 20 minutes
Which of the following systems is responsible for releasing chemicals that regulate body activities? a) Cardiovascular b) Skeletal c) Nervous d) Endocrine
Endocrine
You are called to a local office building where a woman has fainted. A co-worker tells you that the woman has problems involving blood glucose levels for which she uses insulin. Based on the co-workers information, you would expect which body system as being involved? a) Endocrine b) Respiratory c) Nervous d) Digestive
Endocrine
What E represents in SAMPLE history a) Events leading to the illness or injury b) Evaluation of the neck and spine
Events leading to the illness or injury
You observe a patient straightening his leg. You identify this motion as which of the following a) Superior b) Extension c) Flexion d) Proximal
Extension
What method is most appropriate to use when checking an infant for unresponsiveness a) flicking the underside of the foot b) Asking the parent if the infant is ok c) calling the infant by name
Flicking the underside of the foot
Which of the following is not a step in treating shock? a) control body temp b) give the victim a drink of water c) lay the person flat d) control bleeding
Give the victim a drink of water
Best describes debriefing after a critical incident a) Group interaction with a trained professional b) Brief interaction occurring immediately after the incident c) One-to-one interaction with a peer counselor d) Short informal discussion with others
Group interaction with a trained professional
Most likely the route of transmission for hepatitis B a) Having sexual contact with an infected person b) eating contaminated food c) drinking contaminated water
Having sexual contact with an infected person
Insulin is an example of a- a) Hormone b) Gland c) Muscle d) Red blood cell
Hormone
You are checking the temperature of a patient and find it to be below normal. Which prefix would you use to describe this finding? a)Hypo- b) Brady- c) Tachy- d) Hyper-
Hypo-
Which statement would lead you to suspect that a patient has sustained a musculoskeletal injury? a) I have no feeling in my hand b) My wrist feels warm c) I didn't feel any popping sensation d) I have no pain when I walk
I have no feeling in my hand
You are called to a scene involving an infant who is having difficulty breathing. Which of the following is the most important for you to keep in mind about the infant's respiratory system in contrast to an adult's respiratory system? a) The chest wall is more rigid b) The trachea is wider and softer c) Infants are nose-breathers d) The respiratory rate is slower
Infants are nose-breathers
A patient receives a puncture wound. You would anticipate that this patient is at high risk for which of the following? a) Infection b) External hemorrhage c) Shock d) Crush syndrome
Infection
When describing the location of the kidneys in relation to the lungs, you would identify them as- a) Inferior b) Superior c) Anterior d) Lateral
Inferior
Which of the following would you NOT EXPECT to find if a patient's thigh injury is due to a femur fracture? a) Significant pain b) Muscle relaxation c) Swelling d) Turning in of the leg
Muscle relaxation
The most effective natural defense against infection a) intact skin b) hand washing c) PPE d) mucous membranes
Intact Skin
Which of the following would you expect to note first if a patient was developing shock a) excessive thirst b) irritability c) weak pulse d) Pale skin
Irritability
Which of the following is most accurate when describing a palpated blood pressure? a) it must be taken on a responsive patient b) It can be obtained without a blood pressure cuff c) It can be obtained with out a stethoscope d) it provides only the diastolic pressure
It can be obtained with out a stethoscope
All of the following are organs in the digestive system except: a) Kidney b) Pancreas c) Gallbladder d) Liver
Kidney
You are the first to arrive on the scene of a fire in a condominium complex. As you begin to approach the scene, a woman runs screaming from the building with her clothes on fire. Which of the following would you use to cool the burn? a) Ice applied directly to the burned area b) Petroleum jelly liberally applied to the burned area c) Alternating warm and cool compresses on the burned area d) Large amounts of cold running water
Large amounts of cold running water
Which structure attaches bone-to-bone and is responsible for holding a joint together? a) Muscle b) Ligament c) Patella d) Tendon
Ligament
Helpful in promoting your physical well-being a) Limit your intake of food high in sugar b) Adhere to standard precautions (PPE) c) Use proper lifting techniques
Limit your intake of food high in sugar, Adhere to standard precautions (PPE), Use proper lifting techniques
In the prone position, the patient is: a) Lying on his back b) Lying on his stomach c) Sitting with his back partially upright d) Siting with the back upright
Lying on his stomach
Recommended immunizations a) MMR b) Hepatitis B c) Influenza
MMR, Hepatitis B, Influenza
What M represents in SAMPLE history a) Medications b) medical doctor c) Medical complaint d) Medical history
Medications
Which oxygen delivery device produces the lowest concentration of oxygen a) Nasal cannula b) Resuscitation mask c) Non-rebreather mask d) BVM
Nasal Cannula
Which of the following would be considered life threatening conditions that would require more advanced personnel be called? a) Venous bleeding b) no breathing d) first degree burns
No breathing
You are assessing an injured patient using the mnemonic DOTS. The patient has a gunshot wound resulting in a fractured femur. You would consider the fractured femur as which component of the mnemonic a) O b) T c) S d) D
O
You are preparing to apply a splint to a patient's forearm. Which of the following would you do first? a) Support the injured part above and below the injury b) Check for circulation and sensation beyond the injured area c) Immobilize the wrist and elbow d) Obtain the patient's consent for treatment
Obtain the patient's consent for treatment
least likely to indicate obvious signs of death in a patient a) Overly flexible joints b) Rigor mortis c) Dependent lividity d) putrefaction
Overly flexible joints
Determining a blood pressure by feeling a) Evaluation b) Palpation c) Auscultation
Palpation
The primary assessment focuses on immediate life threats while the secondary assessment focuses on: a) patient history b) investigation of complaints c) Determining the type of assessment needed
Patient history, Investigation of complaints, Determining the type of assessment needed, all of the above
Example of direct contact transmission a) Getting bitten by an infected mosquito b) Touching a work surface soiled with a patient's body fluid c) Patient's blood entering a cut on the responder's hand d) Inhaling air and particles from a patient who sneezed nearby
Patient's blood entering a cut on the responder's hand
You are providing care to a patient who is bleeding from a puncture wound. Which blood component would be involved in helping to stop bleeding? a) Plasma b) White blood cells c) Red blood cells d) Platelets
Platelets
You and your partner are dispatched to a crime scene where there is a stabbing victim. Your first priority is to A) Perform a rapid secondary assessment B) Perform a primary assessment C) Obtain vital signs D) Perform a scene size up
Preform a scene size up
You determine that a patient has a superficial burn based on which finding? a) Mottling b) Red and dry skin c) Blackened skin d) Blistering
Red and dry skin
Which of the following occurs during expiration? a) Movement of ribs outward b) Contraction of the chest muscles c) Relaxation of the diaphragm d) Expansion of the chest cavity
Relaxation of the diaphragm
A patient who is not breathing at all a) respiratory distress b) Cyanosis c) atonal breathing d) respiratory arrest
Respiratory arrest
What can be assessed by watching and feeling the chest and abdomen move during breathing a) blood pressure b) pulse rate c) respiratory rate d) skin signs
Respiratory rate
Something that the EMR can objectively see or measure during the patient assessment a) sign b) symptom
Sign
A patient is placed in the Folwer's position. You would expect to find this patient- a) Face-down on his stomach b) On his back with his legs elevated c) Lying flat on his back d) Sitting up slightly
Sitting up slightly
What is the body's largest organ a) Skin b) Heart c) Brain d) Kidneys
Skin
The five common vital signs are pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pupils, and a) Skin signs b) oxygen saturation c) capillary refill
Skin signs
In anatomical position, the patient is: a) Standing and facing forward, with legs shoulder-width apart, arms crossed in back, and palms turned backward b) Standing and facing forward, with legs shoulder-width apart, arms at the sides, and palms turned backward c) Standing facing forward, with legs shoulder-width apart, arms crossed in front, and palms turned forward d) Standing and facing forward, with legs shoulder-width apart, arms at the sides, and palms turned forward
Standing and facing forward, with legs shoulder-width apart, arms at the sides, and palms turned forward
The innermost layer of skin is the: a) Subcutaneous b) Epidermis c) Dermis d) Subdermis
Subcutaneous
When describing a patient's upper arm injury, you would identify it as which of the following? a) Superior to the elbow b) Anterior to the ribs c) Lateral to the wrist d) Medial to the sternum
Superior to the elbow
A patient has sustained a broken leg and is complaining of severe pain. Which nervous system is involved in a patient's response to pain? a) Parasympathetic b) Peripheral c) Autonomic d) Sympathetic
Sympathetic
What is the pressure inside the arteries during each contraction a) Stroke b) mean C) systolic d) diastolic
Systolic
A patient was involved in a motor-vehicle crash and is experiencing problems breathing suggesting an injury to his lungs. Which body cavity would you identify as being affected? a) Abdominal b) Cranial c) Spinal d) Thoracic
Thoracic
Which of the following is an example of disease transmission by indirect contact a) Touching an infected person's body fluids b) Inhaling particles from an infected person's sneeze c) Touching a soiled dressing of an infected patient d) Infected blood splashing into the eyes
Touching soiled dressing of an infected patient
Mucous membranes protect the body from infection by a) Providing an intact barrier so pathogens cannot enter b) Acting as part of the immune system c) Destroying the pathogen before it can grow d) Trapping pathogens to be forced out
Trapping pathogens to be forced out
When checking a patient's pulse, you would use a) two fingers b) the palm of the hand c) the thumb d) the back of the hand
Two fingers
Which bone would you suspect as being involved in a forearm fracture? a) Tibia b) Ulna c) Humerus d) Femur
Ulna
Which assessment is the highest priority when preparing to insert an oropharyngeal airway (OPA) a) Unresponsiveness b) Evidence of airway obstruction c) Presence of a gag reflex d) Distance from the earlobe to the mouth
Unresponsiveness
You and a fellow EMR had responded to a multiple causality incident several days ago. Which of the following would lead you to suspect that you colleague is experiencing critical incident stress a) Unusually excessive silence b) Heightened job performance c) Enhanced concentration d) Increased attention span
Unusually excessive silence
Where the pulse of an infant is assessed a) upper arm b) neck c) foot d) wrist
Upper arm
You are providing care to a patient who is thought to have rabies. You understand that this condition is transmitted by what method? a) indirect contact b) direct contact c) respiratory droplet transmission d) Vector-borne transmission
Vector-borne transmission
What should you check for when measuring the radial pulse on a patient a) whether there is bleeding b) whether the pulse is slow or rapid c) a pulse in the thumb
Wether the pulse is slow or rapid
Which of the following is appropriate to use as a soft splint? a) cardboard box b) rolled up magazine c) shin guard d) pillow
pillow
