Patient Care and Medical Emergencies Quiz

Test your knowledge on handling medical emergencies. Recognize symptoms, perform CPR, and administer first aid effectively.

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Which of the following is a symptom of a heart attack?

Sudden confusion or difficulty speaking

Persistent coughing

Severe headache

Chest pain or discomfort

What is the recommended first aid for someone experiencing an asthma attack?

Give them a glass of water

Have them lie down flat on their back

Encourage them to use their inhaler if available

Apply ice packs to their chest

What is the first step in assessing a patient's airway?

Check for breathing

Open the airway

Check for responsiveness

Check for pulse

Which medication is commonly used to treat an allergic reaction?

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Epinephrine

Acetaminophen

What is the recommended action if someone is experiencing a diabetic emergency and is conscious?

Administer insulin immediately

Give them sugar or a sugary drink

Encourage them to lie down and rest

Place them in a cold environment

What does the term 'CPR' stand for in the context of medical emergencies?

Cardiovascular Pumping Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Cardiac Pulse Recovery

Critical Patient Recovery

During a seizure, it is important to:

Hold the person's arms and legs to prevent movement

Place a spoon in the person's mouth to prevent tongue biting

Clear the area around the person to prevent injury

Pour water over the person's face to wake them up

What is the main purpose of the ABCDE approach in medical emergencies?

To assess the severity of the injury

To ensure proper patient positioning

To prioritize treatment steps

To document patient history

Which condition is characterized by a sudden loss of consciousness followed by convulsions?

Stroke

Hypoglycemia

Syncope

Epilepsy

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What is the appropriate first aid for a severe burn?

Apply ice directly to the burn

Wrap the burn with a dry bandage

Run cool water over the burn for several minutes

Rub butter or oil on the burn

#11

What is the correct method for assisting someone who is choking?

Encourage them to take deep breaths

Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)

Offer them a glass of water

Pat them firmly on the back

#12

What should you do if you suspect someone has been poisoned?

Induce vomiting immediately

Offer them food and water to dilute the poison

Call emergency medical services and follow their instructions

Wait for symptoms to appear before taking action

#13

What is the primary goal of treating a snake bite?

To apply a tourniquet above the bite

To kill the snake and bring it for identification

To keep the bitten limb elevated

To prevent venom from spreading and seek medical help immediately

#14

Which of the following is a symptom of a stroke?

Severe chest pain

Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg

High fever

Rapid heartbeat

#15

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?