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Emergencies| Latest Q&A| Ethical and
Legal Considerations (Included)| Already
Passed
During a cardiac arrest scenario, what is the critical first step before using an AED?
Call emergency services and ensure the scene is safe.
When using an AED on a patient, what is the most important consideration regarding the
patient's clothing?
Remove any clothing covering the chest to ensure proper pad placement.
You witness someone collapse and suspect they are experiencing a cardiac emergency. What is
your first action?
Check for responsiveness and call 911 if they are unresponsive.
While operating an AED, what should you do after the pads are attached to the patient's chest?
Ensure no one is touching the patient and follow the AED prompts.
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR when an AED is
available?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
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,In a scenario where a patient is unresponsive but breathing normally, what is your ethical
responsibility?
Place the patient in the recovery position and monitor their condition.
If you encounter a patient with a severe allergic reaction, what should be your first step?
Administer epinephrine if available and call for emergency medical assistance.
When responding to a medical emergency, what is the primary purpose of obtaining consent for
care?
To ensure that you are legally allowed to provide assistance to the patient.
If a patient is experiencing chest pain and denies having a heart condition, what is your best
course of action?
Encourage them to seek medical attention, as they may still be at risk for a heart attack.
During a first aid scenario, you are unsure whether to administer care to an unresponsive adult.
What legal principle supports your decision to assist?
Implied consent applies when a patient is unable to provide consent.
When using an AED on a child, what is the appropriate pad placement?
Place the pads on the front and back of the child's chest if using a standard AED.
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, A witness reports a person collapsed and stopped breathing. You initiate CPR and call for an
AED. What should you do if the AED arrives?
Follow the prompts given by the AED and continue CPR until it is ready to analyze.
What should you do if the AED prompts a shock but the patient begins to show signs of life?
Ensure that the patient is monitored closely and that emergency services are on their way.
In a mass casualty incident, how should you prioritize patients for treatment?
Use the START (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment) method to assess and categorize
patients.
You are treating a patient who refuses care. What is the most appropriate response?
Respect their wishes but inform them of the potential risks involved.
If you encounter a medical emergency involving a child, what additional considerations should
you take into account?
Use child-sized equipment and adapt your techniques to the child’s size and developmental
level.
What is the correct action if you find a person experiencing a seizure?
Move objects away to prevent injury and protect their head.
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Emergencies| Latest Q&A| Ethical and
Legal Considerations (Included)| Already
Passed
During a cardiac arrest scenario, what is the critical first step before using an AED?
Call emergency services and ensure the scene is safe.
When using an AED on a patient, what is the most important consideration regarding the
patient's clothing?
Remove any clothing covering the chest to ensure proper pad placement.
You witness someone collapse and suspect they are experiencing a cardiac emergency. What is
your first action?
Check for responsiveness and call 911 if they are unresponsive.
While operating an AED, what should you do after the pads are attached to the patient's chest?
Ensure no one is touching the patient and follow the AED prompts.
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR when an AED is
available?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
1
,In a scenario where a patient is unresponsive but breathing normally, what is your ethical
responsibility?
Place the patient in the recovery position and monitor their condition.
If you encounter a patient with a severe allergic reaction, what should be your first step?
Administer epinephrine if available and call for emergency medical assistance.
When responding to a medical emergency, what is the primary purpose of obtaining consent for
care?
To ensure that you are legally allowed to provide assistance to the patient.
If a patient is experiencing chest pain and denies having a heart condition, what is your best
course of action?
Encourage them to seek medical attention, as they may still be at risk for a heart attack.
During a first aid scenario, you are unsure whether to administer care to an unresponsive adult.
What legal principle supports your decision to assist?
Implied consent applies when a patient is unable to provide consent.
When using an AED on a child, what is the appropriate pad placement?
Place the pads on the front and back of the child's chest if using a standard AED.
2
, A witness reports a person collapsed and stopped breathing. You initiate CPR and call for an
AED. What should you do if the AED arrives?
Follow the prompts given by the AED and continue CPR until it is ready to analyze.
What should you do if the AED prompts a shock but the patient begins to show signs of life?
Ensure that the patient is monitored closely and that emergency services are on their way.
In a mass casualty incident, how should you prioritize patients for treatment?
Use the START (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment) method to assess and categorize
patients.
You are treating a patient who refuses care. What is the most appropriate response?
Respect their wishes but inform them of the potential risks involved.
If you encounter a medical emergency involving a child, what additional considerations should
you take into account?
Use child-sized equipment and adapt your techniques to the child’s size and developmental
level.
What is the correct action if you find a person experiencing a seizure?
Move objects away to prevent injury and protect their head.
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