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What did the woman who called 911 notice about Randy Johnson before entering the house?
What did the woman who called 911 notice about Randy Johnson before entering the house?
- He was repairing his furnace.
- He was playing loud music.
- He was passed out on the couch. (correct)
- He was cooking in the kitchen.
What health symptoms did the woman experience after trying to wake Randy?
What health symptoms did the woman experience after trying to wake Randy?
- Chest pain and palpitations.
- Fever and chills.
- Shortness of breath and dizziness.
- Nausea and a headache. (correct)
Why was the woman concerned when she called 911?
Why was the woman concerned when she called 911?
- She believed Randy was under the influence of drugs.
- She observed smoke coming from the house.
- She suspected a problem with the kerosene heater. (correct)
- She thought Randy was having a heart attack.
In cases of ingested poisoning, how should patients be positioned to prevent aspiration?
In cases of ingested poisoning, how should patients be positioned to prevent aspiration?
What should be done unless directed otherwise by medical direction concerning activated charcoal for both adults and children?
What should be done unless directed otherwise by medical direction concerning activated charcoal for both adults and children?
What substance abuse is associated with increased susceptibility to conditions such as hypertension and cirrhosis?
What substance abuse is associated with increased susceptibility to conditions such as hypertension and cirrhosis?
What is the leading cause of death among individuals who inhale smoke from fires?
What is the leading cause of death among individuals who inhale smoke from fires?
Before administering treatments recommended by the poison control center, what should be done?
Before administering treatments recommended by the poison control center, what should be done?
What should be done if poison has been splashed into the eye?
What should be done if poison has been splashed into the eye?
Which stage of alcohol withdrawal is characterized by delirium tremens (DTs)?
Which stage of alcohol withdrawal is characterized by delirium tremens (DTs)?
Which negative behavioral outcome may occur after administering naloxone to an opioid overdose patient?
Which negative behavioral outcome may occur after administering naloxone to an opioid overdose patient?
What is one of the four ways that poisons can enter the body?
What is one of the four ways that poisons can enter the body?
What is an appropriate emergency care step for treating patients with inhaled poisoning?
What is an appropriate emergency care step for treating patients with inhaled poisoning?
How is injected poisoning typically identified in a patient?
How is injected poisoning typically identified in a patient?
During assessment of a patient with ingested poisoning, what is an essential question to ask?
During assessment of a patient with ingested poisoning, what is an essential question to ask?
What is a typical symptom observed in a patient experiencing absorbed poisoning from pesticides?
What is a typical symptom observed in a patient experiencing absorbed poisoning from pesticides?
What term is used for a substance that harms health upon entering the body or contacting the skin?
What term is used for a substance that harms health upon entering the body or contacting the skin?
Which poison is least commonly ingested by children?
Which poison is least commonly ingested by children?
Carbon monoxide is classified as what type of poison?
Carbon monoxide is classified as what type of poison?
For liquid absorbed poisoning, how long should irrigation be performed?
For liquid absorbed poisoning, how long should irrigation be performed?
What describes the phenomenon of requiring a larger dose to achieve the same effect in drug users?
What describes the phenomenon of requiring a larger dose to achieve the same effect in drug users?
What is the principal psychoactive compound in marijuana?
What is the principal psychoactive compound in marijuana?
Which drug can combat opiate overdoses by blocking opioid receptors?
Which drug can combat opiate overdoses by blocking opioid receptors?
What is the usual dose of activated charcoal for adults?
What is the usual dose of activated charcoal for adults?
What is the primary indication for administering naloxone?
What is the primary indication for administering naloxone?
What is the most common method for EMTs to administer naloxone?
What is the most common method for EMTs to administer naloxone?
Which of the following represents a contraindication for naloxone administration?
Which of the following represents a contraindication for naloxone administration?
When utilizing naloxone, what is a common reaction observed in some patients upon regaining consciousness?
When utilizing naloxone, what is a common reaction observed in some patients upon regaining consciousness?
What action should be taken first when managing a patient who has ingested poison?
What action should be taken first when managing a patient who has ingested poison?
What factors should be assessed when evaluating a patient for potential poisoning?
What factors should be assessed when evaluating a patient for potential poisoning?
Which route of administration is typically NOT used for naloxone delivery?
Which route of administration is typically NOT used for naloxone delivery?
What dosage of naloxone is typically given via the intranasal route?
What dosage of naloxone is typically given via the intranasal route?
What action should be prioritized when dealing with a patient unconscious from inhaling carbon monoxide fumes?
What action should be prioritized when dealing with a patient unconscious from inhaling carbon monoxide fumes?
What symptom might indicate a patient has overdosed on Demerol?
What symptom might indicate a patient has overdosed on Demerol?
Which medication is typically used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose?
Which medication is typically used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose?
What should be done if a rescuer is not trained or lacks proper gear to enter a hazardous scene?
What should be done if a rescuer is not trained or lacks proper gear to enter a hazardous scene?
In the scenario where a woman collapses in her garage, what environmental factor was likely a hazard?
In the scenario where a woman collapses in her garage, what environmental factor was likely a hazard?
Which of the following actions is NOT recommended when managing a patient with symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Which of the following actions is NOT recommended when managing a patient with symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the recommended dosage observation for Naloxone?
What is the recommended dosage observation for Naloxone?
Which condition would contraindicate the use of Naloxone?
Which condition would contraindicate the use of Naloxone?
Study Notes
Naloxone Medication
- Generic Name: Naloxone
- Trade Name: Narcan
- Indications: For patients with suspected or known opioid intoxication experiencing CNS depression with respiratory depression, hypotension, or bradycardia.
- Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to naloxone
- Medication Form: Liquid form for intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intranasal, or endotracheal administration.
- Dosage: 0.4 mg to 2 mg per dose. For intranasal administration, typical dosage is 2 mg (1 mg per nostril).
- Purpose: Blocks opioid receptors, reversing the effects of opioid overdose.
- Side Effects: Naloxone itself has minimal side effects. If an opioid is not present, naloxone will exhibit a neutral effect.
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This quiz covers essential information regarding naloxone, a vital medication for opioid overdose management. Learn about its indications, contraindications, dosages, and administration forms. Test your knowledge on naloxone's mechanism of action and side effects.
