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HLTH 320 (Emergency Medicine) Exam 1 Study Questions and Answers A+ Graded
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HLTH 320 (Emergency Medicine) Exam 1Study Questions and Answers A+ Graded
When using an AED, the pads
A. can overlap only if used on an infant
B can be placed anywhere on the chest
C. are removed if shocks are successful
D. should be placed firmly on bare skin
Verified Answer -D
an AED is effective for use in victims of cardiac arrest because
A. it provides an electrical stimulus which jumpstarts the heart
B. stops the chaotic electrical activity of ventricular fibrillation
C. of the stimulation it sends to the autonomic nervous system
D. it provides more effective, consistent chest compressions
Verified Answer -B
which of the following regarding AED use is true?
A. only to be used for adult victims
B. appropriate for victims with chest pain
C. designed for safe use in the water
D. first step in use is to push the on button
Verified Answer -D
while placing the pads of an AED on a person, you encounter a
medication patch on the chest. Which of the following is true regarding
you actions? you should
, A. not take time to remove the patch, but quickly place the pads as
directed
B. be safe and not continue with pad placement until EMS arrives on scene
C. remove the patch and wipe the skin clean prior to putting the pad in
place
D. place one of the pads over the patch, increasing the effectiveness of the
shock
Verified Answer -C
individuals operating an AED
A. by protocol resume CPR after the first shock
B. must first provide CPR for 2 mins before shocking
C. should not use them on victims with pacemakers
D. are required by law to be AED certified
Verified Answer -A
you are alone and have determined that an older person is unresponsive
and not breathing. It is recommended that you should next
A. check the victim's pulse
B. take the time to contact 911
C. deliver two rescue breaths
D. begin chest compressions
Verified Answer -B
when attempting rescue breathing and the first breath does not go in
A. reposition the airway and try again
B. finger sweep the person's mouth
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