CDC 4N051 Set A, Volume 1 -- Self-Test
Question and Unit Review Exercise
Questions and Answers Already Passed
What action should an aerospace medical technician take when encountering a patient with a
suspected fracture?
✔✔Immobilize the area to prevent further injury and provide pain management before
transporting the patient.
How should an aerospace medical technician respond to a situation involving a patient with
anaphylactic shock?
✔✔Administer epinephrine as prescribed and ensure the patient receives immediate medical
attention.
What is the purpose of conducting a physical assessment on a patient?
✔✔To identify any signs or symptoms of illness or injury and determine the appropriate course
of treatment.
What should an aerospace medical technician do if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing?
✔✔Ensure the airway is open, administer oxygen if needed, and monitor the patient’s vital signs.
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,What is the purpose of the Health and Wellness Program in the military?
✔✔To promote overall health and fitness, ensuring military personnel are ready for duty and
minimizing health-related absences.
When documenting a patient's medical history, what information is essential?
✔✔Accurate details regarding previous illnesses, medications, allergies, and any other relevant
medical conditions.
What is the first step in the process of taking vital signs?
✔✔Ensure the patient is at rest and comfortable before measuring blood pressure, pulse,
temperature, and respiratory rate.
What should an aerospace medical technician do before administering a vaccine to a patient?
✔✔Confirm the patient’s medical history and allergies, and ensure the vaccine is appropriate for
the patient’s current condition.
What is the recommended procedure for performing a sterile dressing change?
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,✔✔Use sterile gloves, clean the wound with an antiseptic, and apply a sterile dressing to prevent
infection.
How does an aerospace medical technician assess a patient’s mental state?
✔✔Evaluate the patient's speech, cognition, and overall demeanor to detect any signs of
confusion, disorientation, or distress.
What is the proper technique for measuring blood pressure?
✔✔Place the cuff snugly around the upper arm, inflate the cuff, and listen for the Korotkoff
sounds to determine systolic and diastolic pressures.
How should an aerospace medical technician handle a patient in shock?
✔✔Lay the patient down, elevate their legs, keep them warm, and provide oxygen while
preparing for transport to a medical facility.
What should an aerospace medical technician do if a patient is experiencing chest pain?
✔✔Monitor the patient’s vital signs, administer oxygen if necessary, and prepare for immediate
transport to a healthcare facility.
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, What is the significance of the Triage System in emergency medical care?
✔✔It helps prioritize patients based on the severity of their condition to ensure that those in most
need receive care first.
What is the proper method for assisting a patient with administering their medication?
✔✔Ensure the patient understands the medication's dosage, timing, and side effects, and observe
them taking it if required.
How can an aerospace medical technician ensure patient confidentiality?
✔✔Follow established protocols to safeguard medical records and avoid disclosing personal
health information without proper consent.
What is the primary goal of preventive medicine in the military?
✔✔To reduce the risk of injury and illness through vaccinations, screenings, and health
education.
What should an aerospace medical technician do when a patient is experiencing a severe allergic
reaction?
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Question and Unit Review Exercise
Questions and Answers Already Passed
What action should an aerospace medical technician take when encountering a patient with a
suspected fracture?
✔✔Immobilize the area to prevent further injury and provide pain management before
transporting the patient.
How should an aerospace medical technician respond to a situation involving a patient with
anaphylactic shock?
✔✔Administer epinephrine as prescribed and ensure the patient receives immediate medical
attention.
What is the purpose of conducting a physical assessment on a patient?
✔✔To identify any signs or symptoms of illness or injury and determine the appropriate course
of treatment.
What should an aerospace medical technician do if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing?
✔✔Ensure the airway is open, administer oxygen if needed, and monitor the patient’s vital signs.
1
,What is the purpose of the Health and Wellness Program in the military?
✔✔To promote overall health and fitness, ensuring military personnel are ready for duty and
minimizing health-related absences.
When documenting a patient's medical history, what information is essential?
✔✔Accurate details regarding previous illnesses, medications, allergies, and any other relevant
medical conditions.
What is the first step in the process of taking vital signs?
✔✔Ensure the patient is at rest and comfortable before measuring blood pressure, pulse,
temperature, and respiratory rate.
What should an aerospace medical technician do before administering a vaccine to a patient?
✔✔Confirm the patient’s medical history and allergies, and ensure the vaccine is appropriate for
the patient’s current condition.
What is the recommended procedure for performing a sterile dressing change?
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,✔✔Use sterile gloves, clean the wound with an antiseptic, and apply a sterile dressing to prevent
infection.
How does an aerospace medical technician assess a patient’s mental state?
✔✔Evaluate the patient's speech, cognition, and overall demeanor to detect any signs of
confusion, disorientation, or distress.
What is the proper technique for measuring blood pressure?
✔✔Place the cuff snugly around the upper arm, inflate the cuff, and listen for the Korotkoff
sounds to determine systolic and diastolic pressures.
How should an aerospace medical technician handle a patient in shock?
✔✔Lay the patient down, elevate their legs, keep them warm, and provide oxygen while
preparing for transport to a medical facility.
What should an aerospace medical technician do if a patient is experiencing chest pain?
✔✔Monitor the patient’s vital signs, administer oxygen if necessary, and prepare for immediate
transport to a healthcare facility.
3
, What is the significance of the Triage System in emergency medical care?
✔✔It helps prioritize patients based on the severity of their condition to ensure that those in most
need receive care first.
What is the proper method for assisting a patient with administering their medication?
✔✔Ensure the patient understands the medication's dosage, timing, and side effects, and observe
them taking it if required.
How can an aerospace medical technician ensure patient confidentiality?
✔✔Follow established protocols to safeguard medical records and avoid disclosing personal
health information without proper consent.
What is the primary goal of preventive medicine in the military?
✔✔To reduce the risk of injury and illness through vaccinations, screenings, and health
education.
What should an aerospace medical technician do when a patient is experiencing a severe allergic
reaction?
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