First Aid Module 2 Assignment 3 Study Guide Graded A

First Aid - Module 2 - Assignment 3 Study Guide Graded A+ Anxiety and restlessness are signs of shock: True or False. An epinephrine auto-injector requires a doctor's prescription: True or False. Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening breathing emergency: True or False Regarding anaphylaxis: Although the victim appears in distress, these reactions are not life-threatening: True or False Regarding anaphylaxis: The only really effective treatment for anaphylaxis is an immediate injection of epinephrine: True or False. You are providing care to a patient whose car struck a tree. The patient is complaining of abdominal pain and you suspect that she may be bleeding internally. The patient is also at risk of developing hypovolemic shock: True or False. Shock refers to the failure of what system? A) Digestive B) Circulatory C) Nervous D) Respiratory Shock occurs when body parts do not receive adequate: A) Water B) Hormones C) Oxygenated Blood D) Nutrients Without oxygen, the brain will start to be irreparably damaged in ___ to ___ minutes. A) 1-2 B) 2-3 C) 4-6 D) 10-15 Septic shock develops in some victims with: A) Bacterial Infection B) Damage to the Nervous System C) Significant fluid loss D) Failure of the heart to pump sufficient blood When a person experiences shock, their skin is usually: A) Hot B) Dry C) Cool and clammy D) Red What is the usual shock position? A) On the back with the legs elevated 8-12 inches B) On the back with the legs flat C) On the Side C) Sitting up A shock victim with head injuries or stroke should be placed: A) On their back with the head slightly raised B) On their back with the legs raised C) Sitting up straight D) On their side Why are the legs NOT elevated over 12 inches when treating for shock? A) It would increase pain. B) It would affect the victim's breathing. C) It would make the heart work harder to pump blood to the legs D) It would cause the feet to become numb. When treating a shock victim, the first aider should place blankets and/or coats: A) Under the victim B) Over the victim C) Under and over the victim D) None of the above Anaphylactic shock: A) Is a massive allergic reaction B) Is a mild allergic reaction C) Is not life-threatening D) Is the least serious form of shock. Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis? A) Intense Itching B) Flushed Skin C) Hives D) All of the Above Most anaphylactic deaths are caused by: A) An inability to breathe B) Shock C) Dehydration D) Swelling in the brain Which of the following are causes of anaphylaxis? (Allergic Reaction) A) Hornet Sting B) Eating nuts C) Taking Penicillin D) All of the Above Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis? A) Swelling in the face, tongue, and lips B) Bluish lips (Cyanosis) C) Sneezing, coughing, wheezing D) All of these answers are correct The three major cardiovascular causes of shock include all of the following except: A) Poor pump function B) Blood or fluid loss from blood vessels C) Respiratory insufficiency D) Poor vessel function What type of shock results from a bacterial infection? A) Hypovolemic B) Cardiogenic C) Neurogenic D) Septic You have just applied/completed a tourniquet for a large wound on the victim's right upper leg. Your next step should be to write the time of application on a piece of tape and apply it to the victim's forehead. True or False You are providing care to a patient who is feeling very weak. He tells you that he has had black, foul-smelling tarry stools for the last two days. The patient is likely suffering from internal bleeding. True or False You are providing care to a patient with a large wound and external bleeding. The most effective method of stopping the bleeding is direct pressure over gauze pads. True or False You are providing care to a child who has had her finger amputated in a car door. You should clean the amputated finger and wrap it in a clean dry dressing for potential future reattachment. True or False You are providing care to a patient who fell off her bike and sustained a large abrasion to her left elbow. You should irrigate the wound by letting water from a faucet pour over it. True or False You are providing care to a patient who fell off a porch and sustained several small lacerations to both hands. Putting antibiotic ointment on the wounds will help prevent infection and facilitate healing. True or False You are providing care to a 44 year old female who has sprained her ankle. The most appropriate bandage to use is an elastic roller bandage. True or False You are providing care to a child who sustained a wound to his left eye. When applying a cravat bandage, you should cover both eyes to provide effective care. True or False