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Which of the following is required for an EMT to administer a drug to a patient?
Which of the following is required for an EMT to administer a drug to a patient?
Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin are trade names for which generic medication?
Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin are trade names for which generic medication?
Ibuprofen
Parenteral medications are absorbed more quickly than enteral medications.
Parenteral medications are absorbed more quickly than enteral medications.
True
The amount of medication that is given is known as the _________.
The amount of medication that is given is known as the _________.
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After administering supplemental oxygen and contacting medical control, what should you do for a patient with chest pain who has prescribed nitroglycerin?
After administering supplemental oxygen and contacting medical control, what should you do for a patient with chest pain who has prescribed nitroglycerin?
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What is the route of administration for the Epi Pen auto-injector?
What is the route of administration for the Epi Pen auto-injector?
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Drowsiness and a dry mouth after taking diphenhydramine (Benadryl) are examples of a(n):
Drowsiness and a dry mouth after taking diphenhydramine (Benadryl) are examples of a(n):
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Glucose is a complex sugar that is readily absorbed by the bloodstream.
Glucose is a complex sugar that is readily absorbed by the bloodstream.
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Medications encased in a gelatin shell that are taken by mouth are called:
Medications encased in a gelatin shell that are taken by mouth are called:
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What should you do after assisting a patient with an acute asthma attack with their prescribed MDI?
What should you do after assisting a patient with an acute asthma attack with their prescribed MDI?
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Activated charcoal is an example of a(n):
Activated charcoal is an example of a(n):
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The elderly male taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) and amlodipine (Norvasc) suggests a history of:
The elderly male taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) and amlodipine (Norvasc) suggests a history of:
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The term 'pharmacology' is MOST accurately defined as:
The term 'pharmacology' is MOST accurately defined as:
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Which is an example of a rules-based medication error?
Which is an example of a rules-based medication error?
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In ___________ administration, you are administering medication to yourself or your partner.
In ___________ administration, you are administering medication to yourself or your partner.
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What should you do when dispatched for a young female experiencing an allergic reaction with severely labored breathing?
What should you do when dispatched for a young female experiencing an allergic reaction with severely labored breathing?
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Which clinical signs would necessitate the administration of naloxone (Narcan)?
Which clinical signs would necessitate the administration of naloxone (Narcan)?
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Which patient populations typically require a modified drug dose?
Which patient populations typically require a modified drug dose?
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During an attempted resuscitation, what should you expect the paramedic to do?
During an attempted resuscitation, what should you expect the paramedic to do?
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The process of binding or sticking to a surface is called:
The process of binding or sticking to a surface is called:
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The meaning 'around' can have which of the following prefixes?
The meaning 'around' can have which of the following prefixes?
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'Chondro' in the word chondritis means:
'Chondro' in the word chondritis means:
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Which of the following suffixes mean 'pertaining to'?
Which of the following suffixes mean 'pertaining to'?
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How would you document the body's position of an intoxicated 40-year-old male found lying face down?
How would you document the body's position of an intoxicated 40-year-old male found lying face down?
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The term 'pericardiocentesis' means:
The term 'pericardiocentesis' means:
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The EMT's scope of practice within his or her local response area is defined by the:
The EMT's scope of practice within his or her local response area is defined by the:
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Which components are needed to prove negligence?
Which components are needed to prove negligence?
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What type of consent is involved when a 39-year-old mentally competent female with a severe headache asks you to take her to the hospital?
What type of consent is involved when a 39-year-old mentally competent female with a severe headache asks you to take her to the hospital?
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When performing duties, what is the general expectation of an EMT?
When performing duties, what is the general expectation of an EMT?
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As an EMT, the standards of emergency care are often partially based on:
As an EMT, the standards of emergency care are often partially based on:
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Study Notes
Medications and Administration
- Medical direction approval is essential before an EMT can administer drugs.
- Ibuprofen is the generic name represented by trade names like Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin.
- Parenteral medications, which are injected directly into the body, have a faster absorption rate compared to enteral medications (oral).
- The term "dose" refers to the specific amount of medication given to a patient.
Patient Scenarios and Interventions
- For a patient with chest pain who has a prescription for nitroglycerin, assist them with medication if systolic blood pressure is above 100 mmHg after oxygen is provided.
- Administer epinephrine in cases of severe allergic reactions, even if communication with medical control is not possible.
- Monitor and document responses after administering prescribed inhalers for asthma patients.
Medication Types and Effects
- Epi Pen auto-injectors deliver medication intramuscularly for allergic reactions.
- Side effects, such as drowsiness and dry mouth, can occur with medications like diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
- Glucose, a simple sugar, is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream for energy.
Medical Terminology and Concepts
- Capsules are medications enclosed in gelatin shells for oral administration.
- Activated charcoal is classified as a suspension for treating certain types of poisoning.
- Pharmacology is defined as the study of drugs and their effects on the body.
- Peer-assisted administration refers to situations where medication is given to oneself or a partner.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Rules-based medication errors occur when an EMT administers an unapproved drug by medical direction.
- To establish negligence, the following elements must be proven: duty to act, breach of duty, injury/damage, and causation.
- Expressed consent involves a mentally competent individual's agreement to receive care.
Patient Care and Assessment
- Elderly patients taking medications like atorvastatin (Lipitor) may indicate a history of cardiovascular disease.
- Pediatric patients typically require modified dosages of medications.
- Naloxone (Narcan) is indicated for patients exhibiting slow respirations due to opioid overdose.
- The position of a patient lying face down is termed "prone."
Additional Terminology
- "Peri-" and "circum-" are prefixes that mean "around."
- "Chondro," as in chondritis, refers to cartilage.
- Suffixes like "-al" and "-ic" indicate "pertaining to."
- Pericardiocentesis is a procedure for removing fluid from around the heart.
EMT Practices
- The scope of practice for EMTs is defined by local medical directors.
- EMTs are expected to act with reasonable care and prudence in their duties.
- Emergency care standards are often grounded in locally accepted protocols.
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Test your knowledge on the medications and administration practices essential for EMTs. This quiz covers crucial topics including drug administration protocols, patient scenarios, and medication types. Prepare to assess various patient responses and the appropriate interventions for emergency situations.
