HPEB – Exam 2, Health Promotion and Behavioral Health Course, Study Guide and Core
Concepts Review
How does the body initially respond to severe bleeding? - correct answer ✔✔the body attempts
to maintain an oxygen rich blood flow to the vital organs
Severe bleeding is life threatening because— - correct answer ✔✔too little oxygen is carried to
the vital organs
The best method for saving a dislodged tooth until it can be replanted into the victim's mouth is
to place the tooth in— - correct answer ✔✔cup of milk
The most effective action you can take to minimize disease transmission when caring for a
victim with external bleeding is to— - correct answer ✔✔wear disposable gloves while giving
care
You are caring for a victim of an automobile accident. The victim is complaining of pain in her
abdomen, nausea and extreme thirst. She also has a pulse that is rapid and weak. What might
you suspect is happening with this victim? - correct answer ✔✔shock
While splinting an injured leg, you also notice there is a large cut on the leg. How would you
modify the splinting procedure in the presence of the cut? - correct answer ✔✔cover the
wound with a dressing and bandage with minimal pressure before splinting
Which general guidelines should you follow when applying a roller bandage? - correct answer
✔✔check feeling, warmth and color of the area
Which condition may result in shock? - correct answer ✔✔significant loss of blood
Concepts Review
How does the body initially respond to severe bleeding? - correct answer ✔✔the body attempts
to maintain an oxygen rich blood flow to the vital organs
Severe bleeding is life threatening because— - correct answer ✔✔too little oxygen is carried to
the vital organs
The best method for saving a dislodged tooth until it can be replanted into the victim's mouth is
to place the tooth in— - correct answer ✔✔cup of milk
The most effective action you can take to minimize disease transmission when caring for a
victim with external bleeding is to— - correct answer ✔✔wear disposable gloves while giving
care
You are caring for a victim of an automobile accident. The victim is complaining of pain in her
abdomen, nausea and extreme thirst. She also has a pulse that is rapid and weak. What might
you suspect is happening with this victim? - correct answer ✔✔shock
While splinting an injured leg, you also notice there is a large cut on the leg. How would you
modify the splinting procedure in the presence of the cut? - correct answer ✔✔cover the
wound with a dressing and bandage with minimal pressure before splinting
Which general guidelines should you follow when applying a roller bandage? - correct answer
✔✔check feeling, warmth and color of the area
Which condition may result in shock? - correct answer ✔✔significant loss of blood
