POST First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED: Module 4

You observe a man walking erratically on a busy street. As you approach, you notice he is sweating profusely and he responds aggressively when you ask if he is okay. He tells you that he is diabetic and is on his way to lunch and does not have his insulin. Based on these indicators, what are the appropriate first aid measures?

1) Activate EMS 2) Monitor and provide reassurance 3) Give him orange juice

You are assessing a victim who is acting confused and complains of being thirsty. You notice that his breath smells oddly sweet and his skin is red, warm and dry. Based on these indicators, what are the appropriate first aid measures?

1) Activate EMS 2) Monitor and provide reassurance 3) Give him some orange juice

You are interviewing a woman whose purse has been stolen. She begins to sweat profusely and then faints. She is breathing normally but her pulse is rapid. Her skin is cold and clammy. She is wearing a medical alert bracelet that indicates she is diabetic. Based on these indicators, what are the appropriate first aid measures?

1) Activate EMS 2) Monitor and provide reassurance 3) Place her in the recovery position

Which of the following should be done if you encounter a victim of an opioid overdose?

1) Activate the EMS system 2) Prepare for a violent reaction by the victim 3) Assist with naloxone administration

You encounter a person who is experiencing an allergic reaction and complains of feeling "itchy." You observe that his lips and tongue are swollen and his breathing is labored. What first aid measures should you take?

1) Be prepared to use rescue breathing or CPR if necessary 2) Monitor the victim and take precautions to prevent shock 3) Activate the EMS System

Which of the following are common indicators of cardiac emergency?

1) Cool, moist, pale skin 2) Shortness of breath and irregular pulse 3) Unusual anxiety or irritability 4) Crushing, dull, or heavy persistent pain in the chest or radiating from the chest area

When attempting to determine how poison has been taken into the body, which of the following indicators might aid in determining if the poison was inhaled?

1) Dizziness 2) Headache

When attempting to determine how poison has been taken into the body, which of the following indicators might aid in determining if the poison was absorbed?

1) Headache 2) Itching

A primary and secondary assessment of a victim indicates that they have experienced a stroke. Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for stroke?

1) If conscious, elevate head and shoulders slightly (semi-sitting position) 2) Protect numb or paralyzed areas from possible injury 3) Reassure the victim 4) If unconscious, and if appropriate, place in recovery position on the affected side 5) Take precautions to prevent shock

Which of these are indicators of drug use or alcohol intoxication?

1) Inability to follow simple commands 2) Diminished motor skills 3) Altered mental state

Which of the following first aid measures are used for cardiac emergencies?

1) Place the victim in a comfortable position and keep them calm and still 2) Provide care to prevent shock 3) Conduct primary and secondary assessment (activate the EMS system)

Which of these first aid measures are appropriate for drug or alcohol-related emergencies?

1) Provide reassurance 2) Monitor the victim 3) Position for comfort

When attempting to determine how poison has been taken into the body, which of the following indicators might aid in determining if the poison was injected?

1) Swelling 2) Redness, rash, or some other form of skin reaction

You come across a victim who is having an asthma attack and is having trouble using her inhaler. What should you do?

Assist victim in taking medication

Select the most correct set of indicators of withdrawal from alcohol or drugs.

Confusion, hallucinations, tremors or shaking, sweating, increased pulse/breathing

You come upon someone on a bench with labored breathing. He says his heart is beating rapidly and you see swelling on his arm. He says he doesn't know if he is allergic to bee stings. What first aid measures should be taken?

Disinfect the affected areas and encourage the victim to keep moving until EMS arrives. OR Activate the EMS system, take measures to prevent shock, be prepared to use rescue breathing or CPR if necessary, and monitor vitals until EMS arrives. OR Disinfect the area, apply ice to the area and wait for EMS to arrive.

A person who is demonstrating impaired motor skills, appears dazed and confused, and an uncooperative, aggressive, or combative behavior is either "high" or intoxicated.

False

Because indicators of cardiac emergency resemble indicators of a number of other medical conditions, you should determine with certainty that a cardiac emergency exists before activating the EMS system or providing first aid measures.

False

You are assessing a victim who is acting confused and complains of being thirsty. You notice that his breath smells oddly sweet and his skin is red, warm and dry. You ask if he is diabetic and he says yes. Based on the indicators, what diabetic emergency is he experiencing?

High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia)

A woman you are interviewing begins to act hostile and is sweating profusely. You notice that she is wearing a medical alert bracelet. You ask if she is diabetic and she says yes. Based on the indicators, what diabetic emergency is she experiencing?

Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)

At a vehicle stop, you observe that the male driver is acting intoxicated. His skin is cold and pale and he is covered in sweat. He shows you his medical alert bracelet and tells you he is diabetic. Based on the indicators, what diabetic emergency is he experiencing?

Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)

You encounter a person who is conscious and responsive with labored breathing. After you activate EMS, which of the following first aid measures should you take?

Reassure the victim Monitor the victim Place the victim in a position of comfort

Which of the following is also known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?

Stroke

An officer encounters a victim suffering from a severe allergic reaction. The victim indicates that she has an epinephrine auto-injector in her purse. What may the officer do?

The officer may assist the victim in administering the epinephrine.

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition that can cause swelling in tissues that line the respiratory system and/or dilate blood vessels, which can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure.

True

When treating a victim who is having an asthma attack, you may allow the victim to take or use prescribed medications, such as an inhaler.

True

You are assessing an unconscious victim whose breathing is labored. You find her skin to be warm, dry, and red. She is wearing a medical alert necklace that indicates she is diabetic.

With this information, you can determine that this victim may be experiencing A DIABETIC EMERGENCY Which is likely being caused by HIGH BLOOD SUGAR (Hyperglycemia)