Treatment Protocols & Procedures Flashcards

When applying a tourniquet for severe limb hemorrhage, what is the correct placement position?

Answer: 2–3 inches proximal to the wound

Tourniquets should be placed 2–3 inches proximal (above) the wound to effectively occlude arterial blood flow.

Which burn classification is characterized by dry, leathery skin with no pain sensation at the burn site?

Answer: Full-thickness (third-degree) burn

Full-thickness (third-degree) burns destroy all skin layers and nerve endings, resulting in dry, leathery skin and absence of pain.

A worker is found unresponsive and not breathing after a chemical exposure. After calling 911, what is the immediate next action?

Answer: Begin CPR with 30 chest compressions

For an unresponsive, non-breathing victim, immediately begin CPR starting with 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.

What is the recommended eye irrigation duration following exposure to a corrosive chemical?

Answer: At least 30 minutes

OSHA and ANSI recommend flushing eyes with water for at least 15–20 minutes, though many protocols call for 30 minutes for strong corrosives.

Which splinting principle is essential to prevent further injury when immobilizing a suspected fracture?

Answer: Splint the joint above and below the fracture site

Effective splinting immobilizes the joint above and below the fracture to prevent movement and secondary injury.

A patient presents with pale, cool, clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, and altered mental status after a crush injury. These signs indicate:

Answer: Hypovolemic shock

Pale, cool, clammy skin with rapid weak pulse and altered mentation after traumatic injury are classic signs of hypovolemic (hemorrhagic) shock.

When using an AED on a wet victim who is lying on a wet surface, what must be done first?

Answer: Move the victim to a dry surface and dry the chest

The victim must be moved to a dry surface and the chest must be dried before AED pad placement to ensure safe and effective defibrillation.