Chapter 1 And 2 Emr

Front 1

To see his grandson graduate from high school, a man with a terminal illness promises to keep all of his doctor's appt and take all his medications exactly as prescribed. This is an example of:

Back 1

BARGAINING

Front 2

Which of the following statements regarding the acceptance stage of the grieving process is correct?

Back 2

The patient understands that the situation cannot be changed.

Front 3

While at the scene of a MVA crash on a hot afternoon, you begin experiencing lightheadedness and feel like you are going to faint. There are ample personnel to take care of the patient. You should:

Back 3

Rehabilitate yourself by drinking water or sports drink.

Front 4

Common signs or symptoms of stress include:

Back 4

Insomnia or nightmares

Front 5

Which of the following MOST accuratley describe an EMR?

Back 5

The first medically trained person to arrive at the scene.

Front 6

Which of the following is not a normal part of the grieving process?

Back 6

Violence

Front 7

Which of the following is the MOST effective way to avoid allowing an angry patient or family member to interfere with your patient care duties?

Back 7

Realize that the anger is not against you.

Front 8

Skills commonly performed by the EMR include all of the following EXCEPT:

Back 8

Intravenous Therapy

Front 9

When you encounter a pt with significant illness, it is important to remember that he or she:

Back 9

May be experiencing any stage of grief.

Front 10

A 33 year old woman has a possible broken left ankle. She is in significant pain but she is conscious and otherwise stable. This patient:

Back 10

Requires transport but without lights and sirens.

Front 11

What effects does caffeine have on the body?

Back 11

Increased blood pressure and increased stress.

Front 12

Which of the following interventions would the EMR MOST likely perform at the scene of a cardiac arrest.

Back 12

CPR and defibrillation

Front 13

Which of the following immunizations and tests are recommended for EMS providers?

Back 13

Tetanus prophylaxis, Hep B vaccine and TB

Front 14

Enhanced 911 centers have the capability to:

Back 14

Determine the physical location of the caller via the computer.

Front 15

Fire units are often crucial part of the EMS system because they:

Back 15

Provide specialized rescue such as patient extrication.

Front 16

You are the first responder to arrive at an emergency scene. What should you do first?

Back 16

Survey the scene for potential safety hazards.

Front 17

A patient requires rapid transport to the hospital when:

Back 17

EMS personnel are unable to give the patient adequate life-saving care in the field.

Front 18

Ways in which the emergency medical responder can prevent and reduce unnecessary stress include all of the following except:

Back 18

Frequent exposure to stress causing situations to train the mind.

Front 19

CISD are usually conducted:

Back 19

Within 24 to 72 hours following a major incident.

Front 20

The EMR must possess the ability to:

Back 20

Treat patients using limited equipment.

Front 21

Communication with a physician via two-way radio or wireless telephone is an example of:

Back 21

Online medical control.

Front 22

Accompanied by a concerned neighbor, you enter the residence of an unconscious elderly woman and encounter several small dogs. As you approach the patient, one of the dogs begin to growl at you. You should:

Back 22

Remain clam and ask the neighbor to secure the dogs in the other room.

Front 23

A chronically ill patient who is experiencing denial:

Back 23

Often cannot believe what is happening to him or her.

Front 24

Most cases of MRSA occur in:

Back 24

A healthcare setting.

Front 25

A combination of caffeine are alcohol would most likely cause:

Back 25

Dehydration