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Emergency Protocols Flashcards

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  1. A patient reports crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm and jaw. While awaiting EMS, which action is appropriate if the patient is not allergic to aspirin?

    Answer: Administer one adult aspirin (325 mg) or four baby aspirin (81 mg each)

    Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation and is a standard intervention for suspected myocardial infarction while awaiting EMS.

  2. When a patient is in respiratory distress with suspected asthma, which position is most appropriate?

    Answer: High Fowler's (sitting upright 90°)

    High Fowler's position maximizes lung expansion and eases breathing in patients with respiratory distress.

  3. A patient suddenly loses consciousness and has no pulse. The office AED is unavailable. How many compressions per minute should be delivered during CPR?

    Answer: 100–120 per minute

    The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 per minute for effective CPR in adults.

  4. Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, which of the following is an engineering control?

    Answer: Using a sharps disposal container

    Sharps disposal containers are engineering controls that physically reduce the risk of needlestick injuries.

  5. A patient who was given an injection becomes dizzy, develops hives, and reports throat tightening. After calling for help, what position should the patient be placed in if conscious?

    Answer: Supine with legs elevated 12 inches

    Elevating the legs in a supine patient improves venous return and helps counteract the hypotension associated with anaphylaxis.

  6. In an emergency evacuation, which patients are evacuated FIRST according to standard triage and evacuation protocols?

    Answer: Non-ambulatory patients nearest to the emergency

    Non-ambulatory patients closest to the danger are evacuated first because they cannot move themselves and face the greatest immediate risk.

  7. A patient is found unresponsive. After calling 911, you begin CPR. When should the first shock be delivered with an AED?

    Answer: As soon as the AED is attached and it advises a shock

    Early defibrillation is critical; deliver a shock as soon as the AED is ready and advises one, minimizing delays.