HP203 Chapter 15

True or False. Febrile seizures effect adults.

False

True or False. TIA stands for trans ischemic attack.

False

True or False. When a person experiences a seizure it is best to put something in the victims mouth.

False

Seizure

If unconscious and fluid/vomit is in the victim's mouth, place on the side to allow fluid to drain from the mouth

True or False. Fainting is also known as syncope.

True

True or False. Obesity is a risk factor for diabetes.

True

Stroke

ask victim to raise arms

Chronic illness

condition develops over a long period of time

Acute illness

condition of rapid and severe onset

Febrile seizure

cool the body

Stroke

disruption of blood flow to the brain

Fainting

elevate legs

Diabetic emergency

give food or fluid if victim is conscious

Which of the following should the 1st responder NOT do with a fainting person? A. check for breathing B. give them water C. lay them down D. loosen their clothing

give them water

If the diabetic victim is awake and experiencing an episode, what should the 1st responder administer? A. asprin B. oxygen C. sugar D. water

sugar

Hypoglycemia

too little sugar

Hyperglycemia

too much sugar

TIA stands for: A. transient ischemic attack B. transfer improves airway C. transfer ischium attack D. tranverse iliac assist

transient ischemic attack