Rasmussen College MDC 4 Final Exam

Rasmussen College MDC 4 Final Exam Questions and Answers (Verified Answers) 1.Which treatment for frostbite is appropriate?Vigerously rubbing the skin Moist heat Dry heat Tightly wrapping skin to retain warmth ANS Moist heat 2.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 ANS Move pt to a shady area and wet his clothes with water 1 / 3

3.When assessing a pt in the ER, what is the priority?Hemorrhage Mobility Breathing Ecchymosis ANS Breathing 4.What is the quickest way to cool body temperature?Provide iced drinks Apply wet washcloth to forehead Sponge baths Remove clothing and linen ANS Remove clothing and linen 5.Which of the following symptoms would be expected in a pt with a pneu- mothorax?Bradycardia Normal O2 Saturation Diminished breath sounds Sucking sound at the injury site 2 / 3

ANS Diminished breath sounds 6.What is an appropriate action to take if a ventilator malfunctions?Ventilate the pt manually Start CPR Administer O2 per Trach cannula Check VS ANS Ventilate the pt manually