Exam 29: Safety and Emergency Practices

__________ is the freezing of tissue, which occurs when the skin temperature falls to a range of 14 $\degree$ to 25 $\degree$ F.

Explain the CDC's recommendations for minimizing negative psychological effects that may arise with a natural or community disaster.

A(n) __________ seizure is transient and occurs with a rapid rise in fever over 101.8 $\degree$ F (38.8 $\degree$ C).

The condition in which blood is present in the urine is called __________.

To clear an obstructed airway in a conscious adult victim, the medical assistant should administer a series of five abdominal thrusts.

Septic shock is caused by a systemic infection.

Which of the following is the most dangerous form of heat- or cold-related injuries, present with red, hot, dry skin and altered levels of consciousness?

Which of the following emergency situations should be managed first?

Which of the following is not a use of epinephrine in an emergency situation?

A patient with a CVA caused by a blood clot may be given thrombolytic drugs to treat the condition.

The percentage of the body surface area burned can be estimated using the __________.

For patients experiencing seizure, 911 should be called in which of the following situations?

Paco Garcia calls in a panic. One of his workers cut his arm on a saw, and the wound is bleeding profusely. Which artery should the medical assistant tell him to squeeze to try to stop the bleeding until EMS arrives?

____________ is used to control hemorrhage and shock.

Explain the steps that should be taken to maintain a safe work environment.

A patient calls in to report abdominal pain. List five questions you should ask to determine the seriousness of the problem.

A patient with burns must receive a tetanus shot if more than 10 years have passed since the last immunization.

The symptoms of myocardial infarction in women may be very different from those traditionally seen in men. Summarize the typical signs and symptoms of an MI in female patients.

____________ is used as a topical anesthetic.

__________ results from severe hyperglycemia, which develops because the body is not producing enough insulin or because the patient ate too much, is very stressed, or has an infection.