Emergency Preparedness Response Course (EPRC) - Clinician 8 hr questions with correct answers

A patient suffering blast effect presents with dyspnea, some hearing loss, and tinnitus following an explosion. Which of the following is NOT a likely diagnosis? ans Intestinal rupture Following a nuclear detonation, some of the casualties with survivable injuries are possibly contaminated with radiological material. Which of the below courses of action is most appropriate for the situation? ans Treat all life-threatening injuries first. An explosion casualty suffering from crush injuries of the lower extremities has been admitted to your hospital with severe hyperkalemia. What emergency treatment is NOT recommended? ans Limit fluids. A patient is suffering from painful, highly corrosive burns similar to acid, and wheals have begun to appear on the skin. Which vesicant (blister agent) is suspected? ans Phosgene oxime You are certain that your patient, who is now convulsing from nerve agent exposure, has already received three MARK 1/ATNAA kits and their diazepam. What else should be done? ans All of the Above Provide ventilator assistance, oxygen, and IV fluids Administer more atropine to reduce secretions and relax the airway Give more diazepam to prevent seizures