Emergency Medical Response Chapter 10 Quiz

Questions and Answers

A properly sized blood pressure cuff should cover?

two thirds the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.

After performing a head tilt-chin lift maneuver to open the airway of an unresponsive patient who has a pulse, you should?

suction as needed and insert an airway adjunct.

When assessing the skin of an unresponsive patient, you note that it has a bluish tint to it. This finding is called?

cyanosis.

A 50-year-old male presents with altered mental status. After administering oxygen if needed, you should?

prepare for immediate transport. Signup and view all the answers

Normal respiratory rates should not exceed _ breaths per minute in toddlers and _ breaths per minute in infants.

40, 60 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following signs of respiratory distress is usually observed only in pediatric patients?

Seesaw breathing Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a 32-year-old male who is complaining of traumatic neck pain, you should?

ensure that the patient can see you approaching him. Signup and view all the answers

What part of the patient assessment process focuses on obtaining additional information about the patient's chief complaint and any medical problems he or she may have?

Secondary assessment. Signup and view all the answers

When performing a reassessment of your patient, you should first?

repeat the primary assessment. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following MOST accurately describes paradoxical movement of the chest wall?

Only one section of the chest rises on inspiration, while another area falls. Signup and view all the answers

A 40-year-old male presents with pain in the right upper quadrant of his abdomen. You should suspect?

liver dysfunction. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST effective method of assessing the quality of air movement in the lungs?

Auscultating breath sounds with a stethoscope. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do for a 71-year-old female who slipped and fell and has severe pelvic pain?

Assess and transport her to medical care. Signup and view all the answers

The systematic head-to-toe assessment should be performed on?

patients with a significant MOI and unresponsive medical patients. Signup and view all the answers

The diastolic blood pressure represents the?

the minimum amount of pressure that is always present in the arteries. Signup and view all the answers

A blood pressure cuff that is too small for a patient's arm will give a?

falsely high systolic and diastolic reading. Signup and view all the answers

The pulse oximeter is an assessment tool used to evaluate the?

saturation level of arterial blood. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding stridor is correct?

It is a high-pitched, crowing upper airway sound. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blood Pressure Cuff Sizing

A properly sized blood pressure cuff should cover two-thirds the distance from the armpit to the elbow crease.
A cuff that is too small can give falsely high systolic and diastolic readings.

Airway Management

After head tilt-chin lift in an unresponsive patient with a pulse, suction as needed and insert an airway adjunct.
Monitor airway ventilation effectiveness in unresponsive patients.

Skin Assessment

Bluish skin tint in an unresponsive patient indicates cyanosis, a sign of inadequate oxygenation.

Patient Transport and Assessment

For a 50-year-old male with altered mental status and history of a small stroke, prepare for immediate transport after administering oxygen.
Secondary assessment focuses on gathering information regarding the patient’s chief complaint and any medical history.

Pediatric Considerations

Normal respiratory rates for toddlers should not exceed 40 breaths per minute, and for infants, 60 breaths per minute.
Seesaw breathing is a sign of respiratory distress typically observed only in pediatric patients.

Patient Interaction

Ensure visibility when approaching a patient with traumatic neck pain to avoid causing further anxiety or injury.

Reassessment Protocol

Reassessment should begin with a repetition of the primary assessment to detect any changes in the patient’s condition.

Chest Wall Movement

Paradoxical movement of the chest wall occurs when only one section of the chest rises during inhalation while another falls, indicating potential serious injury.

Liver Dysfunction Indicators

In a conscious and alert 40-year-old male with right upper quadrant pain and jaundiced skin and sclera, liver dysfunction should be suspected.

Respiratory Evaluation

The quality of air movement in the lungs is effectively assessed through auscultating breath sounds with a stethoscope.

Systematic Assessment

Perform a systematic head-to-toe assessment on patients with significant mechanisms of injury (MOI) or unresponsive medical conditions.

Blood Pressure Insights

Diastolic blood pressure represents the minimum pressure constantly present in the arteries and is crucial for understanding overall cardiovascular health.

Pulse Oximetry

A pulse oximeter is utilized to evaluate the saturation level of arterial blood, providing insight into oxygen delivery in the bloodstream.

Stridor Characteristics

Stridor is characterized as a high-pitched, crowing sound from the upper airway, indicating potential obstruction or respiratory distress.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts in Chapter 10 of Emergency Medical Response. This quiz covers essential protocols and definitions critical for effective patient care. Challenge yourself with flashcards and reinforce your understanding of emergency procedures.