MDC IV - Final Exam Questions with 100% Verified Correct Answers Which treatment for frostbite is appropriate?Vigerously rubbing the skin Moist heat Dry heat Tightly wrapping skin to retain warmth - Correct Answer Moist heat Which choice is the best treatment for heat exhaustion Have the pt lie down in the bleachers Move pt to a shady area and wet his clothes with water Offer an umbrella or a hat for shade Give him a cold soda to drink - Correct Answer Move pt to a shady area and wet his clothes with water When assessing a pt in the ER, what is the priority?Hemorrhage Mobility Breathing Ecchymosis - Correct Answer Breathing What is the quickest way to cool body temperature?Provide iced drinks Apply wet washcloth to forehead Sponge baths Remove clothing and linen - Correct Answer Remove clothing and linen 1 / 2
Which of the following symptoms would be expected in a pt with a pneumothorax?Bradycardia Normal O2 Saturation Diminished breath sounds Sucking sound at the injury site - Correct Answer Diminished breath sounds What is an appropriate action to take if a ventilator malfunctions?Ventilate the pt manually Start CPR Administer O2 per Trach cannula Check VS - Correct Answer Ventilate the pt manually What is the early sign of ARDS?Wheezes Crackles Cyanosis Increased Resp rate - Correct Answer Increased resp rate How do you assess motor function in an unconscious client?Nail bed pressure Iced saline to the inner ear Sternal rub Pinching the pt in the inner thigh - Correct Answer Nail bed pressure Which intervention can minimize the risk of autonomic dysreflexia?Provide tight clothing for support
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