NHS Pathways DLP questions
How long after being deprived of oxygen do cells start to die?—ANSWER--After 3-5
minutes
What is shock?—ANSWER--Life-threatening condition that occurs when the
cardiovascular system fails for some reason, and is unable to circulate adequate
amounts of oxygen around the body.
List the features of shock—ANSWER--Skin is cold & clammy
Very weak
Unable to stand up
Pale skin (even blue or grey)
What does AED stand for?—ANSWER--automated external defibrillator
The resuscitation council guidelines indicate that for each minute CPR is delayed there
is a ? reduction in survival rates?—ANSWER--10%
What is agonal breathing?—ANSWER--Barely breathing or taking infrequent, noisy
gasps. These usually occur about every 10-15 seconds
How common is agonal breathing?—ANSWER--40% of patients.
, What should happen if there is doubt about whether a collapsed person is displaying
agonal breathing?—ANSWER--It should be assumed that they are not breathing
What is haemophilia?—ANSWER--Hemophilia is usually an inherited bleeding disorder
in which the blood does not clot properly.
What piece of information is collected in module 0 that influences the pathways you
can choose at the body map?—ANSWER--Whether the problem is trauma (injury) or
non-trauma (illness)
What is the definition of chronic illness?—ANSWER--A condition that persists over a
long period of time. Symptoms appear gradually and get worse despite treatment and
change very slowly
What are the 5 age groups within the system and what age range does each of these
cover?—ANSWER--Neonate - 0-1hour
Infant - 1 hour - 12 months
Toddler - 1 - 5 years
Child - 5 - 16 years
Adult - 16years and over
What do you use when someone's symptoms are very vague and there is no specific
pathway available?—ANSWER--Use "other symptoms" pathway
What is a MedicAlert?—ANSWER--Medical alert bracelet/pendant which identifies their
condition and helps healthcare professionals treat them appropriately
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How long after being deprived of oxygen do cells start to die?—ANSWER--After 3-5
minutes
What is shock?—ANSWER--Life-threatening condition that occurs when the
cardiovascular system fails for some reason, and is unable to circulate adequate
amounts of oxygen around the body.
List the features of shock—ANSWER--Skin is cold & clammy
Very weak
Unable to stand up
Pale skin (even blue or grey)
What does AED stand for?—ANSWER--automated external defibrillator
The resuscitation council guidelines indicate that for each minute CPR is delayed there
is a ? reduction in survival rates?—ANSWER--10%
What is agonal breathing?—ANSWER--Barely breathing or taking infrequent, noisy
gasps. These usually occur about every 10-15 seconds
How common is agonal breathing?—ANSWER--40% of patients.
, What should happen if there is doubt about whether a collapsed person is displaying
agonal breathing?—ANSWER--It should be assumed that they are not breathing
What is haemophilia?—ANSWER--Hemophilia is usually an inherited bleeding disorder
in which the blood does not clot properly.
What piece of information is collected in module 0 that influences the pathways you
can choose at the body map?—ANSWER--Whether the problem is trauma (injury) or
non-trauma (illness)
What is the definition of chronic illness?—ANSWER--A condition that persists over a
long period of time. Symptoms appear gradually and get worse despite treatment and
change very slowly
What are the 5 age groups within the system and what age range does each of these
cover?—ANSWER--Neonate - 0-1hour
Infant - 1 hour - 12 months
Toddler - 1 - 5 years
Child - 5 - 16 years
Adult - 16years and over
What do you use when someone's symptoms are very vague and there is no specific
pathway available?—ANSWER--Use "other symptoms" pathway
What is a MedicAlert?—ANSWER--Medical alert bracelet/pendant which identifies their
condition and helps healthcare professionals treat them appropriately
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
