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Which of the following is a prime concern for maintaining cardiovascular function?
Which of the following is a prime concern for maintaining cardiovascular function?
- Digestive function
- Muscular function
- Respiratory function (correct)
- Renal function
What could happen if the CNS function is not maintained?
What could happen if the CNS function is not maintained?
- Muscle cramps
- Loss of consciousness (correct)
- Headaches
- Digestive problems
When should an emergency plan be established and working?
When should an emergency plan be established and working?
- At any time
- After an activity or event
- Prior to an activity or event (correct)
- During an activity or event
Who is responsible for making the emergency call?
Who is responsible for making the emergency call?
What information should be posted near the phone being used in case of an emergency?
What information should be posted near the phone being used in case of an emergency?
Where should the keys to gates and doors be located during an emergency?
Where should the keys to gates and doors be located during an emergency?
Which of the following facilities may have unique 'addresses' and entrance situations?
Which of the following facilities may have unique 'addresses' and entrance situations?
What should individuals be aware of before an incident occurs?
What should individuals be aware of before an incident occurs?
Why is it important to be familiar with your setting before an incident occurs?
Why is it important to be familiar with your setting before an incident occurs?
Which of the following should you do if you are alone and someone needs immediate care?
Which of the following should you do if you are alone and someone needs immediate care?
What should you do if no one answers when you shout for help and you have a cell phone?
What should you do if no one answers when you shout for help and you have a cell phone?
What should you do while on the phone with the dispatcher?
What should you do while on the phone with the dispatcher?
Which of the following actions should you take if you are with others during an emergency?
Which of the following actions should you take if you are with others during an emergency?
What should the person in need of care do while on the phone with the dispatcher?
What should the person in need of care do while on the phone with the dispatcher?
What should you do if no one answers when you shout for help and you have a cell phone?
What should you do if no one answers when you shout for help and you have a cell phone?
Which of the following is a type of emergency situation?
Which of the following is a type of emergency situation?
What should you do with the phone when calling for emergency assistance?
What should you do with the phone when calling for emergency assistance?
What information should be provided about the location of the emergency?
What information should be provided about the location of the emergency?
Study Notes
Maintaining Cardiovascular Function
- Maintaining cardiovascular function is a prime concern in emergency situations.
CNS Function and Emergency Planning
- If CNS function is not maintained, it can lead to serious consequences, including respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- An emergency plan should be established and working at all times.
- The person responsible for making the emergency call is typically the person who discovers the emergency situation.
Emergency Call Procedures
- Post the phone number, address, and any other relevant information near the phone being used in case of an emergency.
- Keys to gates and doors should be easily accessible during an emergency.
- Be aware of unique 'addresses' and entrance situations in facilities such as apartments or rural areas.
Preparation and Awareness
- Individuals should be aware of their surroundings and familiar with their setting before an incident occurs.
- Familiarity with the setting can help individuals respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
Responding to Emergencies
- If alone and someone needs immediate care, call for help immediately.
- If no one answers when you shout for help and you have a cell phone, call for emergency assistance.
- While on the phone with the dispatcher, provide clear and concise information about the emergency situation.
Group Emergency Response
- If with others during an emergency, assign one person to call for help while the others provide care.
- The person in need of care should stay on the phone with the dispatcher and provide updates as needed.
Emergency Situation Types
- A medical emergency, such as a heart attack or stroke, is a type of emergency situation.
Phone Use During Emergencies
- When calling for emergency assistance, keep the phone line open and do not hang up.
- Provide information about the location of the emergency, including the address, nearest intersection, or landmarks.
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Test your knowledge on maintaining cardiovascular and CNS function in this quiz. Learn about the potential consequences of not prioritizing these functions and the importance of having an emergency plan in place.
