Questions and Answers
Patients with thrombophilia are at an increased risk for:
When you respond to a residence for a patient who is not acting right and begins shouting while holding a baseball bat, you should:
When assessing an unresponsive diabetic patient, the primary visible difference between hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia is the:
Glipizide, a non-insulin-type medication, is another name for:
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For a confused 70-year-old male patient who is diaphoretic and tachycardic, initial management should include:
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Patients with type 2 diabetes usually control their disease with all of the following, EXCEPT:
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For a 29-year-old female presenting with confusion and respiratory distress, you should:
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Hemoglobin is:
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Based on the clinical presentation of a 28-year-old female patient who has diabetes, you should suspect that she:
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The EMT should assess for hypoglycemia in small children with a severe illness or injury because:
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The normal blood glucose level is between:
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When obtaining a SAMPLE history from a patient with diabetes, it would be MOST important to determine:
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Study Notes
Thrombophilia and Risk Factors
- Patients with thrombophilia are at an increased risk for pulmonary embolism.
Patient Behavior and Response
- Confused male patient exhibiting aggressive behavior with a baseball bat requires immediate withdrawal and calling law enforcement for safety.
Diabetic Emergency Assessment
- The primary visible difference between hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia in unresponsive diabetic patients is the rate and depth of breathing.
Medication Identification
- Glipizide is also known as Glucotrol, used in managing diabetes.
Management of Diabetic Patients
- Initial management for a confused, diaphoretic, tachycardic patient with diabetes includes applying a nonrebreathing mask at 15 L/min for oxygen support.
Diabetes Management Methods
- Patients with type 2 diabetes typically control their condition with diet and exercise, medications like tolbutamide and glyburide, but they do not commonly use supplemental insulin.
Respiratory Support in Diabetic Emergencies
- A female patient presenting with confusion, rapid shallow respirations, and low oxygen saturation should receive ventilatory support.
Hemoglobin Function
- Hemoglobin, found within red blood cells, is essential for oxygen transport throughout the body.
Hyperglycemia Indicators
- A patient recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes exhibiting confusion and excessive urination over 24-36 hours likely indicates significant hyperglycemia.
Pediatric Hypoglycemia Assessment
- Hypoglycemia assessment in small children during severe illness or injury is critical because children cannot store excess glucose as effectively as adults.
Normal Blood Glucose Levels
- Normal blood glucose levels range between 80 and 120 mg/dL.
Importance of SAMPLE History
- When obtaining a SAMPLE history from a diabetic patient, it is crucial to know if they have had any recent illnesses or excessive stress.
Insulin-related Patient Concerns
- A young male patient with insulin and a syringe present should be closely monitored for potential insulin overdose or blood sugar complications.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards designed for Block Exam 6, focusing on critical concepts in patient care and emergency response. Each card presents scenarios and key vocabulary to enhance your understanding of medical situations.
