Medical Emergency Assessment and Infectious Diseases Quiz

Hives are a skin reaction commonly associated with anaphylaxis.

Frequent handwashing is a key measure to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Blood pressure is measured using a sphygmomanometer.

'ALS' stands for Advanced Life Support in emergency medical services.

'CPR' stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in emergency medical situations.

Confusion is a common symptom of sepsis.

Influenza is a viral infection caused by the influenza virus.

The GCS is used to assess a patient's level of consciousness.

Yellow fever is a viral hemorrhagic fever transmitted by mosquitoes.

Placing a person in the recovery position is the recommended first-aid response for a seizure.

Ticks are the primary vectors for transmitting Lyme disease to humans.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects the joints.

Sepsis can progress to multiple organ failure if not treated promptly.

Candidiasis is an infection caused by the fungus Candida.

The GCS is used to assess consciousness and neurological function in neurological assessment.

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a life-threatening complication of diabetes.

Yellow fever is characterized by a sudden onset of high fever, headache, and muscle pain, often transmitted by mosquitoes.