BASIC HEALTH QUIZ 4 REVIEW

Convert the following measurements: 30 gtts = ____________ tsp. Answers may be expressed in decimal or fraction. Fractions must be reduced to the lowest terms.

0.304326

Solve for "x" in the following proportion: 2 : 7 : : 9 : 3X Answers may be in fraction or decimal. Fraction answers must be reduced to the lowest terms.

10.5

Multiply the following mixed numbers and fractions and reduce to the lowest terms. Answers must be expressed as fractions not decimal. 2 5/6 * 4 1/3

12 5/18

Add the following fractions and mixed numbers and reduce to the lowest terms. Answers must be expressed as mixed number not decimal: 4 5/8 + 3/4 + 1/9

5 35/72

Convert the following measurements: gr ixss = ______________ mg.

570

Solve the following percentage problem: 51% of 12 Express your answer in decimal, do not round.

6.12

After the AED delivers a shock, the rescuer should ______________. A. Begin CPR B. Wait for the AED to analyze C. Provide 2 ventilations to the victim D. Immediately check for the pulse for at least 10 seconds

A.

If an accidental needle stick occurs, what is the proper thing to do? A. Notify your supervisor immediately. B. Clean area with soap and wait until next working day to report it. C. Rub it with alcohol and pretend it never happened. D. Sterilize the needle.

A.

The first step of first aid is to ______________________. A. Remain calm and recognize that an emergency exits B. Call emergency medical services C. Check the victim for breathing D. Check the victim for bleeding

A.

The size of needle used in drawing blood depends on:____________. A. the size of the vein B. direction of the vein C. largest bore to obtain more blood D. what test needs to be run

A.

What ratio for compressions to breaths should be used for 1-rescuer infant CPR? A. 30 compressions to 2 breaths B. 15 compressions to 2 breaths C. 20 compressions to 2 breaths D. 5 compressions to 1 breath

A.

When performing CPR on an unresponsive chocking victim, which modification should you incorporate? A. Each time you open the airway, look for the obstructing object. B. There are no modifications to CPR for an unresponsive chocking victim. C. Attempt a jaw thrust instead of a head tilt-chin lift. D. You do not give breaths to an unresponsive choking victim.

A.

While performing high quality CPR on an adult, which actions should you ensure is being monitored? A. Compressing at a depth of at least 2 inches B. Maintaining a compression rate of 90 to 120/ min C. Placing hands on the upper third of the sternum D. Allowing the chest to recoil 1 inch

A.

Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when performing high-quality CPR? A. The heart will adequately refill between compressions. B. There will be a reduction in rescuer fatique. C. The rate of compresssions will increase. D. It will reduce the risk of rib fractures.

A.

You notice the person giving chest compressions is not allowing for complete chest recoil. What is your next course of action? A. Tell the compressor you noticed decreased chest recoil B. Stand back and await direction from the team leader C. Take over leadership and give direction D. Immediately take over chest compressions

A.

A victim with a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What is your first course of action? A. Roll the vitim over and perform back blows B. Start CPR, beginning with chest compressions C. Perform blind finger sweeps D. Perform abdominal thrusts

B.

Classifying characteristics of a second degree burn is ___________. A. Reddening of the skin B. Blister formation on the skin C. Charring of the skin D. Flushed skin

B.

Emergency treatment for insulin shock is _______________________. A. Give insulin right away B. Give sugar C. Give water by mouth D. Cover the victim with an electric blanket

B.

How can rescuers ensure that they are providing effective breaths when using a bag-mask device? A. Delivering breaths quickly and forcefully B. Observing the chest rise with breaths C. Allowing air to release around the mask D. Always having oxygen attached to the bag

B.

If an object is deeply embedded, it should be ____________. A. Removed B. Stabilized and left in place C. Pushed through the skin, then secured D. Very carefully pulled out

B.

If you are caring for a critical adult victim and determine that he/she is unconscious, ________________________. A. Continue providing care until someone comes to help B. Call EMS or 911 immediately C. Continue providing care but constantly yell for help D. If you think you are not qualified to take care of the emergency, leave in a hurry

B.

Rapid defibrilation is a link in the adult Chain of Survival. Why is this important to survival? A. It prevents respiratory arrest. B. It eliminates the abnormal heart rhythm. C. It prevents cardiac arrest. D. It provides normal respiration

B.

Signs and symptoms of shock include __________________. A. Rapid but shallow respirations B. Rapid and strong pulse C. Elevated blood pressure D. All of the above

B.

Tetanus is most likely to occur in this type of wound ________________________. A. Abrasion B. Puncture C. Incision D. Laceration

B.

The most common means of stopping bleeding is _________________. A. Soft splints B. Direct pressure to the wound C. Apply pressure on the feeder artery D. Elevate the affected part above the heart

B.

The primary purpose(s) of first aid is ____________________. A. To completely treat an injury B. To preserve life and vitality C. To show a moral obligation to the client D. To be recognized for being helpful

B.

What should you do if you need to use the an AED on someone who has been submerged in water? A. Pull the victim oout of the water, but do not use the AED B. Pull the victim out of the water, and wipe the chest C. Do not pull the victim out of the water, but wipe the chest before placing pads D. Do not move the victim, and do not use the AED

B.

When all other methods to stop bleeding from the arm are ineffective, you would apply pressure on the ____________ artery. A. Femoral B. Brachial C. Popliteal D. Radial

B.

You witness someone suddenly colapse. The person is unresponsibe, you hear gasping sounds, and there is no pulse. What should you do? A. Give rescue breaths only, the gasps are not normal breathing. B. Begin CPR, the gasps are not normal breathing.. C. Begin CPR, even though the gasps are normal breathing. D. Monitor the patient, the gasps are considered normal breathing.

B.

An 8-month old infant is eating and begins to cough. The nfant is unable to make any noise shortly after. You pick up the infant and should for help. You have determined tha thte infant is responsive and choking with a severe airway obstruction. How do you relieve the airway obstruction? A. give abdominal thrusts B. Encourage the infant to cough C. Give sets of 5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts D. Begin 2 thumb-encircling hands chest compressions

C.

Common initial symptoms of shock are ______________. A. Rigidity and high blood pressure B. Loss of consciousness and strong pulse C. Restlessness and irritability D. Strong pulse and normal respirations

C.

Dry lips and mucous membranes are signs of _____________. A. Fluid retention B. Edema C. Dehydration D. Decreased urinary output

C.

In venipuncture, the type of tube used is dictated by: A. Does not matter, as long as it fills up B. Whichever is larger C. The test ordered to be run D. Clotting time of blood

C.

To treat clear or blood-tinged fluid coming from the ear of a possible skull fracture victim, _______________________. A. Position the victim on the uninjured side B. Apply direct pressure to both carotid arteries C. Cover lightly and allow the fluid to flow from the ear D. Pack the ear with sterile gauze to absorb the fluid

C.

When treating for hemorrhagic shock, the first step should be to _______________________. A. Elevate the head about 12 inches B. Cover the victim to preserve body heat C. Stop the bleeding D. Obtain a good history of how the injury happened

C.

Why is defibrillation important? A. It is not important for cardiac arrest B. It prevents rearrest fro occurring C. It can restore a regular cardiac rhythm D. There is a 100% success rate in regaining a normal cardiac rhythm

C.

You are taking care of a victim that is having seizures. Which of the following would you do? A. Put a blunt object between the victim's teeth to keep from biting his/her tongue. B. Restrain the victim to stop muscle spasms/movement. C. Remove dangerous ojects from the immediate area. D. Elevate the feet to increase circulation.

C.

A 67-year old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. You and a second rescuer begin performing high-quality CPR. When should rescuers switch positions during CPR? A. Switch rescuers at 5-minute intervals B. Never switch rescuers, and maintain current roles C. Switch rescuers when placing the AED pads D. Switch rescuers about every 2 minutes

D.

A middle-aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. Which action is most likely to positively impact this victim's survival? A. Ensuring scene safety B. Providing rescue breaths C. Checking the pulse frequently D. Performing high-quality CPR

D.

A result of too much sugar in the blood stream is _________________. A. Hyperglycemia B. Diabetic coma C. Insulin shock D. Both a and b

D.

Bleeding from an artery has the following characteristics: A. Bright red in color B. Spurts out everytime the heart beats C. It clots very easily D. Both a and b

D.

Suspect musculoskeletal system involvement when ________________. A. The victim reported that he/she felt a snap or popping sensation on a joint B. There is a grating sensation or sound when extemity is moved C. There is significant pain and swelling of a joint D. All of the above may be symptoms

D.

Tearing of tissues by excessive fource resulting in a wound with jagged, irregular edges is ______________________. A. An abrasion B. An avulsion C. An incision D. A laceration

D.

The most common vein used in venipuncture is ________________________________. A. back of the hand B. jugular C. Radial D. Median cubital

D.

The type of bandaging technique used to anchor all other bandages and sometimes used on the head is _________________________. A. The square bandage B. The figure eight bandage C. The reverse spiral bandage D. The circular bandage

D.

When treating certain poisoning victims and there are signs of burns on the lips, you would _____________________. A. Dilute the poison in the stomach with a lot of water B. Induce vomiting and save samples C. Neutralize the poinon in the stomach with milk D. Both a and c

D.

Which of the following statements best describe shock? A. Shock occurs when the lungs fail to deliver oxygenated blood to all parts of the body. B. Shock is not a life-threatening condition. C. The shock victim will almost always lose consciousness. D. The first signs of shock are often restlessness and irritability.

D.

Which of these heat injuries is a true emergency and requires immediate action? A. Heat rash B. Heat exhaustion C. Heat cramps D. Heat stroke

D.

Which victim requires high-quality CPR? A. A victim who is responsive, has a pulse, and is having trouble breathing B. A victim who is unresponsive, has a strong pulse, and is breathing adequately C. A victim who is responsive, is have trouble breathing, and has a pulse less than 60/min D. A victim who is unresponsive with no breathing and no pulse

D.

You should suspect an internal injury if the victim has any of the following _______________________. A. Vomitimg or coughing up blood B. cool, moist or bluish skin C. swollen, hard or bruised part of the body D. all of the above

D.