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A 39-year-old male sustained a large laceration to his leg during an accident with a chainsaw and is experiencing signs and symptoms of shock. You should first:
A 39-year-old male sustained a large laceration to his leg during an accident with a chainsaw and is experiencing signs and symptoms of shock. You should first:
- Follow appropriate standard precautions. (correct)
- Place the patient on high-flow oxygen.
- Apply direct pressure to the wound.
- Perform a rapid head-to-toe assessment.
A 70-year-old man presents with a severe nosebleed. Which of the following is MOST likely causing his nosebleed today?
A 70-year-old man presents with a severe nosebleed. Which of the following is MOST likely causing his nosebleed today?
- Diabetic complications
- Hemorrhagic stroke
- High blood pressure (correct)
- His prescribed albuterol
A patient is bleeding severely from a severed femoral artery high in the groin region. Which of the following would MOST likely control the bleeding?
A patient is bleeding severely from a severed femoral artery high in the groin region. Which of the following would MOST likely control the bleeding?
- Apply a topical hemostatic agent with direct pressure (correct)
- Apply a pelvic binder device to stabilize the pelvis
- Position the patient with his injured side down
- Apply chemical ice packs to the wound and transport
An infant with a total blood volume of 800 mL would start showing signs of shock when as little as ______ of blood is lost.
An infant with a total blood volume of 800 mL would start showing signs of shock when as little as ______ of blood is lost.
An organ or tissue may be better able to resist damage from hypoperfusion if the:
An organ or tissue may be better able to resist damage from hypoperfusion if the:
Blood stasis, changes in the vessel wall, and certain medications affect the:
Blood stasis, changes in the vessel wall, and certain medications affect the:
Early signs and symptoms of intra-abdominal bleeding include:
Early signs and symptoms of intra-abdominal bleeding include:
Gastrointestinal bleeding should be suspected if a patient presents with:
Gastrointestinal bleeding should be suspected if a patient presents with:
In nontrauma patients, an early indicator of internal bleeding is:
In nontrauma patients, an early indicator of internal bleeding is:
Most cases of external bleeding from an extremity can be controlled by:
Most cases of external bleeding from an extremity can be controlled by:
The ability of a person's cardiovascular system to compensate for blood loss is MOST related to:
The ability of a person's cardiovascular system to compensate for blood loss is MOST related to:
The smaller vessels that carry blood away from the heart and connect the arteries to the capillaries are called the:
The smaller vessels that carry blood away from the heart and connect the arteries to the capillaries are called the:
The systemic veins function by:
The systemic veins function by:
Study Notes
Shock Management and Hemorrhage Control
- In cases of severe injury, it's crucial to follow appropriate standard precautions before providing care.
- For patients with a large laceration, direct pressure to the wound is vital after ensuring safety.
- The ability of the cardiovascular system to compensate for blood loss is closely related to the rate of bleeding.
Patient Profiles and Assessment
- A 70-year-old man with a history of COPD and high blood pressure presents with a severe nosebleed, most likely caused by his hypertension.
- Signs of intra-abdominal bleeding often include pain and distention rather than hypotension or bruising.
Blood Volume and Shock Indicators
- An infant can show shock symptoms after losing as little as 100 mL of blood from a total blood volume of 800 mL.
- Dizziness upon standing is an early indicator of internal bleeding in non-trauma patients.
Clotting and Hemostasis
- Blood stasis and vessel wall changes can significantly affect the blood's ability to clot.
- Applying a topical hemostatic agent with direct pressure is one effective method for controlling severe bleeding, such as from a femoral artery injury.
Understanding Blood Vessels
- Arterioles are smaller vessels that carry blood away from the heart, connecting arteries to capillaries.
- Systemic veins are responsible for returning deoxygenated blood back to the heart, completing the circulatory cycle.
Gastrointestinal Bleeding Indicators
- Hematemesis, or vomiting blood, strongly suggests the presence of gastrointestinal bleeding.
External Bleeding Management
- Most external bleeding can typically be controlled by applying local direct pressure rather than other methods like elevation or gauze packing.
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Test your knowledge on emergency medical responses and protocols with our Chapter 25 quiz. Focused on real-life scenarios, this quiz challenges your understanding of shock management and standard precautions. Ideal for EMS students and professionals.
