Questions and Answers
A 52-year-old male presents with a fever of 102.5°F and a severe headache. His clinical presentation is MOST consistent with:
A disease vector is defined as:
A persistent or nonvolatile chemical agent can:
A severe risk of terrorist attacks is indicated by the color _____ according to the Department of Homeland Security Security Advisory System.
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A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) is MOST accurately defined as:
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According to the Department of Homeland Security Security Advisory System, the color orange indicates a _______ risk of terrorist attacks.
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After eating at a local restaurant, a 20-year-old male complains of blurred vision, difficulty speaking, and difficulty breathing. You should:
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All of the following are vesicant agents, EXCEPT:
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All of the following biologic agents or diseases can be transmitted from person to person, EXCEPT:
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An attack on an abortion clinic would MOST likely be carried out by a(n):
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As the first arriving emergency responder at the scene of a suspected terrorist or WMD incident, you should request additional resources as needed and then:
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As you and your partner report for duty, you check your ambulance and begin talking about the possibility of a terrorist attack. The MOST effective and appropriate way to determine the likelihood of this happening is to:
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What is the likelihood of a nuclear attack against the United States at present?
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Study Notes
Clinical Presentation and Diseases
- A 52-year-old male with fever (102.5°F) and severe headache, accompanied by identical blisters on the face and chest, suggests smallpox.
- A disease vector is an agent that serves as a carrier or transporter for pathogens.
- Persistent chemical agents can remain on surfaces for more than 24 hours, posing long-term risks.
Threat Levels and WMDs
- The Department of Homeland Security's red alert color signifies a severe risk of terrorist attacks.
- A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) is defined as any agent that causes mass casualties, death, or significant infrastructure damage.
- An orange alert indicates a high risk of terrorist activity.
Medical Response
- For a patient with blurred vision and respiratory difficulties after eating, assisting with 100% oxygen is crucial.
- Sarin is not classified as a vesicant agent; other vesicants include lewisite and sulfur mustard.
- Ricin is not transmitted from person to person, unlike smallpox and pneumonic plague.
Terrorism and Extremist Groups
- Attacks on abortion clinics are typically carried out by single-issue groups, which focus on a specific cause.
- As the first responder at a suspected terrorist incident, functioning as the incident commander until more help arrives is essential.
- To assess the threat of terrorism, knowledge of the current threat level by the Department of Homeland Security is vital.
Nuclear Threat Assessment
- The likelihood of a nuclear attack against the U.S. is currently considered very low due to the lack of delivery capabilities by terrorist nations.
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Test your knowledge on terrorism response and disaster management with this flashcard quiz. Focused on clinical presentations and disease identification, the quiz will help reinforce key concepts from EMT Chapter 40. Enhance your understanding and preparedness for emergency situations.
