KHP 190 Midterm Exam | Questions and Answers

KHP 190 Midterm Exam | Questions and Answers The Lead Instructor for KHP 190 Section 202 is which of the following? Mike Students who choose the "Course Credit Only" option will need to complete the Safety/Wellness Survey, the Home First Aid Kit Report and a Final Term Paper, instead of attending in-person classes this semester. False Information about how to make-up a missed lab may be found on page 6 of the course syllabus. False The course agenda, where weekly content and assignments may be found is listed on page 8 of the course syllabus. True The course assignments and, open/close/due date schedule may be found on page 9 of the course agenda. True Which of the following describes both the Adult and Pediatric Cardiac Chain of Survival? Actions that describe 5 specific steps that may increase the likelihood of surviving cardiac arrest According to the Red Cross, how many cardiac arrest events occur outsideof the hospital? 4 out of 5 For each minute CPR/AED use is delayed, a person's chance of survival is reduced by which of the following? 10% The first 3 links in the Adult Cardiac Chain of Survival include which of the following? Recognizing cardiac emergency and calling 911, early CPR, early AED use Which of the following correctly describes the reasons for initiating early CPR? ALL OF THE ABOVE CPR may prevent brain damage due to lack of oxygen CPR gives a person experiencing cardiac arrest a "chance" to live CPR circulates oxygen rich blood to vital organs Caring for and stabilizing a person after a cardiac event refers to which step of the Adult Cardiac Chain of Survival? Integrated post-cardiac care Which of the following correctly defines the use of an AED? An AED provides an electrical shock which may restore an effective heart rhythm Which of the following are preventable injuries that may lead to cardiac arrest in children? Trauma, choking, drowning, electrocution When comparing the Adult Cardiac Chain of Survival to the Pediatric Cardiac Chain of Survival, which of the following statements are true? The Adult and Pediatric chain of survival list early CPR as the second step Which of the following correctly describes the reasons why early activation of the emergency medical services (EMS) systems is so important? Early EMS activation means advanced life support care will arrive as soon as possible The first 3 links in the Pediatric Cardiac Chain of Survival include which of the following? Injury prevention & safety, early CPR, early emergency care After a person is resuscitated, working to diagnose and treat the underlying causes of the cardiac event is usually unimportant to improving future survival outcomes False According to the Red Cross, which of the following is the correct meaning to the acronym "EMS"? Emergency Medical Services According to the Red Cross, which of the following is the correct meaning of the acronym "CPR"? Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation According to the Red Cross, which of the following is the correct meaning for the acronym "AED"? Automated External Defibrillator During Zoom Lecture # 2, how many "CARE FIRST" scenarios did the instructor mention? 6 During Zoom Lecture # 2, what were the TWO PRIMARY goals or reasons to use the S.A.M.P.L.E. interview technique? To check and see if the person has any life-threatening injuries and/or if you are able to care for the person. According to the instructor, women sometimes have "atypical" symptoms or signs of a heart attack. True Early recognition of the signs or symptoms of a heart attack is considered to be the first step in proving care to a person. True Asthma is considered which of the following? A chronic disease According to the Red Cross, which of the following best describes those certain substances or conditions that may cause an "asthma attack" or difficulty breathing in some people? Triggers When a person has an "asthma attack", which of the following is likely to occur? Lungs and airway constrict and tighten Which of the following correctly describes how asthma medication works? b. Asthma medications reduce harmful effects substances may have on lung tissues and airways a. Asthma medications reduce swelling and inflammation of lung tissues and airways BOTH Which of the following is a sign or symptom of an "asthma attack"? Wheezing, coughing, sweating, fear and anxiety Which of the following are effective strategies an asthmatic person may use to prevent an "asthma attack"? ALL OF THE ABOVE b. Avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke c. Using hypoallergenic covers on mattresses and pillows a. Managing emotions during UK basketball games You and your roommate are both asthmatic. You're out running in wintery weather and your roommate suddenly experiences an "asthma attack". You have your inhaler handy, but your roommate does not. Which of the following is the correct way to care for this situation? a. Quickly give your inhaler to your roommate and let them use it as directed c. Wait until your roommate becomes unresponsive so that you can practice your CPR skills