Emergency Preparedness
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Which of the following is the first step in handling a patient emergency?

  • Call an ambulance
  • Grab a nurse
  • Assess the patient's behavior (correct)
  • Determine the level of the emergency

    • What should you do if a patient calls in and is experiencing life threatening symptoms?

  • Administer first aid
  • Make sure you triage them correctly and efficiently
  • Hang up and dial 911 (correct)
  • Reassure the patient and stay calm

    • What is the purpose of personal protective equipment when administering first aid?

  • To ensure patient safety
  • To calm the patient
  • To assess the patient further
  • To protect yourself from danger (correct)

    • Which of the following is a symptom of heatstroke?

    <p>Muscle cramping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Medical Assistant's role in responding to emergency situations?

    <p>Providing patient education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of shelter-in-place during a man-made disaster?

    <p>To select an interior room or rooms within the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization works closely with schools and youth-serving organizations to raise awareness of disaster risk?

    <p>American Red Cross</p> Signup and view all the answers

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