chapter 9 quiz questions

B. apply direct pressure to the wound.

A 39-year-old male sustained a stab wound to the groin during an altercation at a bar. As you approach the patient, you note that he is conscious. He is screaming in pain and is attempting to control the bleeding, which is bright red and spurting from his groin area. You should: Select one: A. ensure that his airway is patent. B. apply direct pressure to the wound. C. elevate his legs and keep him warm. D. administer 100% supplemental oxygen.

B. 12 to 20 breaths per minute.

A normal respiratory rate for an adult is typically: Select one: A. 5 to 10 breaths per minute. B. 12 to 20 breaths per minute. C. 15 to 30 breaths per minute. D. 20 to 30 breaths per minute.

C. pressure waves through the arteries caused by cardiac contraction.

A palpable pulse is created by: Select one: A. the pressure of circulating blood against the walls of the arteries. B. the pressure that is caused when venous blood returns to the heart. C. pressure waves through the arteries caused by cardiac contraction. D. electrical conduction in the heart producing ventricular contraction.

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unconscious

AVPU stands for....

D. airway, breathing, and circulation.

An elderly patient has fallen and hit her head. Your initial care should focus on: Select one: A. obtaining baseline vital signs. B. gathering medical history data. C. providing immediate transport. D. airway, breathing, and circulation.

B. Opens eyes in response to pain, uses inappropriate words, withdraws from pain

An injured patient is assigned a total score of 9 on the GCS. He is assigned a score of 2 for eye opening, a score of 3 for verbal response, and a score of 4 for motor response. Which of the following clinical findings is consistent with his GCS score? Select one: A. Opens eyes in response to voice, makes incomprehensible sounds, localizes pain B. Opens eyes in response to pain, uses inappropriate words, withdraws from pain C. Opens eyes spontaneously, is confused when spoken to, exhibits abnormal flexion D. Eyes remain closed, makes incomprehensible sounds, exhibits abnormal extension

Deformities, contusions, abrasions, punctures/penetrations, burns, tenderness, lacerations, and swelling

DCAP-BTLS stands for.....

D. before exiting the ambulance and before actual patient contact.

During an EMS call, you should take standard precautions: Select one: A. before you load the patient into the ambulance. B. after it has been determined that the patient is bleeding. C. immediately after completion of your primary assessment. D. before exiting the ambulance and before actual patient contact.

D. brachial

For children younger than 1 year old, you should palpate the _____ artery when assessing the pulse. Select one: A. carotid B. radial C. femoral D. brachial

D. lips or oral mucosa.

In patients with deeply pigmented skin, changes in color may be apparent only in certain areas, such as the: Select one: A. back of the neck. B. forehead and face. C. dorsum of the hand. D. lips or oral mucosa.

Onset, Provocation, quality, region/radiation, severity, and timing.

OPQRST stands for.....

A. the reason why the patient called EMS.

Reassessment is performed to determine all of the following, EXCEPT: Select one: A. the reason why the patient called EMS. B. the patient's response to your treatment. C. whether or not the patient is deteriorating. D. the nature of any newly identified problems.

Signs/symptons, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent past history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the injury/illness

SAMPLE stands for....

C. mental status.

The best indicator of brain function is the patient's: Select one: A. pulse rate. B. papillary response. C. mental status. D. respiratory rate and depth.

B. 60 to 90 seconds.

The rapid exam of a patient that occurs following the primary assessment should take no longer than: Select one: A. 30 seconds. B. 60 to 90 seconds. C. 90 to 120 seconds. D. 120 to 180 seconds.

C. all the patients have been triaged

Treatment and transport priorities at the scene of a mass-casualty incident should be determined after: Select one: A. a physician arrives at the scene. B. the number of patients is known. C. all the patients have been triaged. D. area hospitals have been notified.

B. DCAP-BTLS.

When there are low levels of oxygen in the blood, the lips and mucous membranes appear blue or gray. This condition is called: Select one: A. AVPU. B. DCAP-BTLS. C. OPQRST. D. SAMPLE.

D. become smaller.

When you shine a light into one pupil, the normal reaction of the other pupil should be to: Select one: A. dilate. B. not react. C. become larger. D. become smaller.

B. The MOI may allow you to predict the severity of a patient's injuries

Which of the following statements regarding the mechanism of injury (MOI) is correct? Select one: A. A nonsignificant MOI rules out the possibility of serious trauma. B. The MOI may allow you to predict the severity of a patient's injuries. C. The exact location of a patient's injuries can be determined by the MOI. D. A significant MOI always results in patient death or permanent disability.

A. The secondary assessment should focus on a certain area or region of the body as determined by the chief complaint.

Which of the following statements regarding the secondary assessment is correct? Select one: A. The secondary assessment should focus on a certain area or region of the body as determined by the chief complaint. B. The secondary assessment should be performed en route to the hospital, regardless of the severity of the patient's condition. C. A secondary assessment should always be performed, even if you must continually manage life threats that were identified in the primary assessment. D. During the secondary assessment, the EMT's primary focus should be on taking the patient's vital signs and obtaining a SAMPLE history.

B. blunt trauma

With _____, the force of the injury occurs over a broad area, and the skin is usually not broken. Select one: A. motor vehicle collisions B. blunt trauma C. penetrating trauma D. gunshot wounds

D. position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law enforcement assistance.

You are assessing a 72-year-old man with abdominal pain. The patient is sitting in a chair; he is conscious, alert, and calm. As you are talking to the patient, your partner discreetly directs your attention to a handgun, which is located on a nearby table. You should: Select one: A. immediately cease all patient care, carefully back out of the residence, and request law enforcement assistance. B. direct your partner to move the gun to a safe area and then advise the patient that his weapon has been secured. C. document the presence of the weapon, including its specific location, and continue your assessment of the patient. D. position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law enforcement assistance.

C. has bradycardia and diminished muscle tone.

You should suspect that a patient is experiencing respiratory failure if he or she: Select one: A. is restless and is working hard to breathe. B. has an increased heart rate and retractions. C. has bradycardia and diminished muscle tone. D. is anxious, tachycardic, and leaning forward.

C. determining level of responsiveness.

the following, EXCEPT: Select one: A. determining the mechanism of injury. B. requesting additional assistance. C. determining level of responsiveness. D. using personal protective equipment (PPE) and standard precautions.