28 Questions
What should you do if a conscious diabetic patient is experiencing an emergency?
Administer sugar, glucose, or juice
Which of the following is NOT a typical sign or symptom of a diabetic emergency?
Facial droop
What action should be taken for an unconscious diabetic patient?
Place the patient in the recovery position
What is a common challenge when differentiating between a diabetic emergency and alcohol intoxication?
Agitated behavior
Which sign or symptom is characteristic of strokes but not typically seen in diabetic emergencies?
Weakness or paralysis of limbs
In the case of a stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), what is recommended for maintaining patient positioning?
Keep head, neck, and shoulders slightly elevated
What is the first step in treating thermal burns according to the lesson?
STOP, ensuring the location is safe for both you and the victim
What type of burn requires evaluating for entry and exit wounds?
Electrical burns
Which of the following statements about shock is true according to the information provided?
Shock can result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss, or severe burns
What is the recommended treatment for chemical burns involving dry substances?
Brush off the dry substance and then flush with water
According to the information provided, what is the primary issue in a state of shock?
A perfusion problem, where organs are not receiving enough blood and oxygen
What should you NOT do during childbirth?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential complication during childbirth?
Premature rupture of membranes
What should you do if the placenta delivers during childbirth?
Try to keep it contained for transport
Which of the following communicable diseases is NOT mentioned in the text?
Influenza
What should you do if the baby is not breathing after delivery?
Both A and B
What should you do if the baby's cord prolapses during delivery?
Have the mother stop pushing and wait for medical assistance
What is the primary emergency concern in overdose emergencies?
Respiratory depression
What should be considered if a patient is unconscious and there is a known or suspected opioid overdose?
Administering nasal Narcan
Which medication is often sourced from veterinary clinics and can lead to overdose emergencies?
Tramadol
What is a potential effect of opioid overdose that necessitates monitoring the patient's level of consciousness?
Respiratory depression
In overdose emergencies, what position should be used for an unconscious patient?
Recovery position
What should be obtained regarding a conscious patient who overdosed on medications or drugs?
Information on the medication(s) or drug(s) taken
Which of the following is NOT a universal precaution measure?
Performing CPR without protective equipment
In the case of a heat-related illness, which of the following is NOT a recommended action?
Providing the victim with warm fluids to drink
When dealing with a cold-related illness, which of the following actions should be taken first?
Move the victim to a warm place
What is the priority one consideration in an overdose emergency?
Ensuring scene safety
According to the information provided, when should an unconscious victim be considered dead in a cold-related illness situation?
When the victim is warm and not responding
Learn about treating thermal burns by following the STOP, COOL, COVER method and understanding how to handle other types of burns like chemical and electrical burns. Explore the concept of shock as a critical condition due to sudden drop in perfusion.
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