Types of Drugs and Their Effects Quiz
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What is the benefit of using absorbable sutures over non-absorbable sutures?

  • They provide better cosmetic outcomes
  • They do not require removal (correct)
  • They are cheaper to purchase
  • They are less likely to cause infections

    • Why is buffering the pH of lidocaine recommended?

  • To extend its shelf life
  • To prevent allergic reactions
  • To make the freezing effect less painful (correct)
  • To make it freeze wounds quickly

    • What are dressings primarily used for in first aid?

  • To control bleeding and protect wounds (correct)
  • To increase blood flow to wounds
  • To promote the growth of bacteria
  • To cause infection in wounds

    • What should dressings ideally be made of?

    <p>Lint-free and non-stick materials like gauze</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for dressings to be thick and soft?

    <p>To cater to excessive bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the absence of commercial products, what can be used as an improvised dressing?

    <p>A clean sanitary pad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drug can cause reddening of the eyes and increased appetite?

    <p>Hallucinogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is commonly referred to as 'glue-sniffing substance' and can cause unsteadiness and drunkenness?

    <p>Inhalants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is known to produce a relaxed dreamlike state and may induce sleep?

    <p>Narcotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug can cause disturbance of sensation, thought, emotion and self-awareness?

    <p>Hallucinogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended practice when applying dressings to a wound?

    <p>Extend the dressing partially beyond the wound edges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug can slightly decrease in breathing and relieve anxiety and excitement?

    <p>Depressants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a valid use of bandages?

    <p>As padding instead of dressings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is made from unripe pods of poppies and brings on dreamy stupor or unconsciousness?

    <p>Opium (a type of Narcotics)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if blood seeps through a dressing?

    <p>Cover it with more dressings without removing the original one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should an improvised head bandage be secured on a casualty?

    <p>With a reef knot low on the forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of checking the circulation beyond a bandage often?

    <p>To make sure the bandage is not too tight and cutting off circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to wash hands before and after applying dressings?

    <p>To avoid contaminating the wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What procedure is mainly used for liquid ingestion where activated charcoal is ineffective?

    <p>Nasogastric aspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is no longer recommended in poisoning situations due to its ineffectiveness at removing poisons?

    <p>Emesis induced by ipecac</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cathartics are used in poisoned patients and do not appear to improve patient outcome?

    <p>Saline cathartics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of burns?

    <p>Heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of burns?

    <p>Carelessness with match and cigarette smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the factor that determines the seriousness of burns?

    <p>The depth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in treating a chemical burn?

    <p>Let the victim wash with a mild soap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors determine the severity of an electrical burn?

    <p>Type of current, voltage, area of body exposed, and duration of contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in treating an electrical burn?

    <p>Unplug, disconnect, or turn off the power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the victim fell after an electrical burn?

    <p>Check for spine injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final step in treating a chemical burn?

    <p>Seek medical attention immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

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