MA MOD 6: Chp 40 Test Questions

What is another name for a partial-thickness burn?

2nd degree burn

What is true regarding the crash cart?

A crash cart is a rolling supply cart, which contains emergency equipment. The crash cart should be checked monthly. The crash cart is only used in emergencies. You should never break the lock and use something from the crash cart, unless it is an emergency.

What is a risk factor for heat-related conditions?

Age (elderly and children age 4 and younger) Fever, dehydration, heart disease, poor blood circulation Mental illness, sunburn; using alcohol Prescription drugs (e.g., antidepressants, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, and diuretics)

Beth, an adult, was burnt on her back and front of her left leg. Using the Rule of Nines, how much was she burnt?

An adults 's back is 18% and the left leg is 9%.

What is true regarding an automated external defibrillator?

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable lightweight machine. Sticky pads that contain electrodes (sensors) are attached to the patient's chest. The AED will check the heart rate and determine if a shock is required. If a shock is needed, the AED gives audible directions to the user to administer a shock.

What is not a symptom of MIs?

Angina pectoris (an JYE nuh PECK tore us) (chest pain) Upper body discomfort or pain: In one or both arms, shoulders, neck, jaw, upper part of the abdomen, or back Pain qualities: Mild or severe; sharp, burning, heaviness, squeezing, pressure; constant or intermittent (comes and goes) Shortness of breath with activity or rest Cold sweat Tiredness without a reason Heartburn, nausea, vomiting

What is not a sign or symptom of poisoning?

Bluish lips, cough, difficulty breathing Heart palpitations, chest pain Confusion, dizziness, double vision, drowsiness, irritability, headache Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain Numbness, tingling, seizures Unconsciousness, stupor, weakness, unusual odor

What is not correct when doing CPR on an infant

Check the carotid pulse

What is a symptom of a cerebrovascular accident?

Confusion or mental changes Speech difficulty (forming words, difficult to understand, or words don't make sense) Numbness of the face, arm, or leg; usually on one side of the body Problem seeing in one or both eyes Trouble walking, lack of coordination or balance, or arm weakness Sudden severe headache Facial drooping

This medication is an antihistamine and used with allergic reactions.

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of histamine. It is used for allergic reactions and it is a second line drug for anaphylaxis.

This medication increases the stimulation of the heart muscle. It is also a vasoconstrictor and a bronchial relaxant. It is used for anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and severe asthma.

Epinephrine (Adrenalin) increases the stimulation of the heart muscle; and it is a vasoconstrictor and bronchial relaxant. It is used for anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, severe asthma, and bronchospasms.

What should a medical assistant do for first aid procedures for a patient who is having a seizure?

First aid for seizures focuses on the safety of the individual. Move the person to the floor and place the person in the recovery position. Gently raise the chin to tilt the head back slightly to open the airway. Monitor the person's breathing and pulse. Perform rescue breathing after the seizure as stopped if the patient does not resume breathing. Provide CPR if needed.

Care for a foreign body in the eye includes:

Flush the eye with clean, warm water or with saline eye drops Seek medical care if the foreign body is not removed with the irrigation A tetanus vaccine booster may be required

What is true regarding musculoskeletal emergencies?

For bleeding: apply pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or sterile bandage. Immobilize the injured area: do not push the bone back. Do not move the area impacted by the injury. Apply a splint beyond the joint above and the joint below the injury (Box 40-13). To limit swelling: apply a cold pack to the area

What is given for hypoglycemia for an adult patient?

For hypoglycemia, give 4 oz of fruit juice or regular (non-diet) soda or 3 glucose tablets or glucagon 1 mL given subcutaneous or IM.

What can cause burns to the body?

Heat, freezing cold temperatures, chemicals, sunlight, radiation, and electricity can cause burns to the body tissue.

What signs and symptoms occur with heat exhaustion?

Heavy sweating, muscle cramps Cool, moist skin Fast, weak pulse; fast, shallow respirations Tired, weak, pale Dizzy, headache, fainting Nausea, vomiting

What is the role of a medical assistant with emergency calls and walk-in patients?

In small facilities, the medical assistant may be responsible for screening emergency calls and walk-in patients. The medical assistant must follow the facility's screening protocols. The medical assistant cannot assess the patient or give advice. The information collected must be reported to the provider. The provider tells the medical assistant what should be done.

This condition occurs when the arterial blood flow to part of the brain is blocked.

Ischemic stroke

A person has heat exhaustion. What are the first aid procedures?

Move to a shady area or air-conditioning and rest. Drink cool sports beverages. Do not drink caffeinated or alcoholic beverages. Take a cool shower or sponge bath.

What is not part of the first aid measures for shock?

Raise the head.

What are the first aid procedures for major burns?

Seek immediate medical attention (call 911) Do not remove burned clothing stuck to skin Monitor breathing. Perform rescue breathing or CPR as needed. Raise burned body part above the heart level. Separate burned fingers or toes with a dry, sterile dressing

What is not true regarding hypothermia?

Signs and symptoms of hypothermia include: slurred speech; slow, swallow breathing and weak pulse; clumsy, drowsy, confused, loss of consciousness; bright red, cold skin (seen in infants).

The level and type of care an ordinary, prudent healthcare professional having the same training and experience in a similar practice would have provided under a similar situation.

Standard of care

What is done in the ambulatory care center with a patient is having anaphylaxis?

The medical assistant should notify the provider immediately Oxygen is applied to the patient. Correct Answer Epinephrine is given.

How should the airway be opened on an infant?

Tilt the head to the neutral position

Why might insulin shock occur?

Took too much insulin Didn't eat enough carbohydrates Did too much physical activity Drank alcohol (may occur up to 2 days after drinking)

A patient calls and states he was bit by a spider. What screening question would not be asked?

What bit you? Any allergies? How does the wound look? Describe the wound to me. Any problems breathing? Any wheezing, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing? Any swelling in the mouth or lips?

What screening question should be asked for burns?

What occurred? Where was the person burnt? What causes the burn? What symptoms does the person have? What does the skin look like? If affecting the face or chest, is the person experiencing any breathing issues?

What disease is not spread by ticks?

Yellow fever Ticks can spread disease including Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Powassan virus, Babesia infection, Lyme disease, and Ehrlichiosis.

If the provider suspects a patient is having an MI, what is usually not ordered?

a complete blood count

What are first aid measures for vertigo and dizziness?

avoid bright lights and sit down

What is not a sign of a partial airway obstruction?

blueish skin color

FAST is used to spot a ________ and encourages calling 911.

cerebrovascular accident

What is an error in technique when taking nitroglycerin?

chewing a sublingual tablet

A device that delivers an electrical shock to the heart muscle in an attempt to restore a normal heartbeat is a _______.

defibrillator

Which is not a symptom of a concussion?

dry mouth, flush red skin

Which is not a symptom of hyperventilation?

excessive sweating

What animal does not typically have rabies?

guinea pigs Animals commonly seen with rabies include: raccoons and skunks, bats, woodchucks (groundhogs), foxes and coyotes, cats and dogs, and cattle.

This is the most serious heat-related illness. The body is unable to sweat and thus cannot cool down.

heat stroke