4.05.5 Medical Office Emergencies

Front

According to the guidance on initial response, what should be assessed first when encountering a sudden medical emergency in the office?

Back

Check for responsiveness, breathing, and pulse

Front

Which statement best describes the function of an AED during a cardiac emergency? Options: It measures blood pressure to confirm hypotension, It sends a shock to the heart to restore normal heart rhythm, It provides continuous chest compressions automatically, It detects airway obstruction and suctions the airway

Back

It sends a shock to the heart to restore normal heart rhythm

Front

You find an unresponsive adult at work with no normal breathing and no pulse. Based on the outlined steps, which sequence is the most appropriate immediate action?

Back

Activate emergency response, start CPR, then retrieve and use an AED

Front

Where are you likely to encounter medical emergencies, based on the listed areas?

Back

Outside of your job in your community, in healthcare settings during patient care, and over the phone when a caller reports a medical situation

Front

Recall the listed emergency response actions. Which task specifically involves initiating contact with external emergency services?

Back

Call 911 and communicate with emergency services

Front

In an emergency response, which action best reflects accurate documentation practice as described: capturing the event and actions taken during the emergency?

Back

Document the code by noting the event and actions taken during the emergency.

Front

According to the CPR team roles provided, who is primarily responsible for coordinating the team during resuscitation?

Back

Team Leader

Front

Match each CPR role to its core responsibility as defined. Which combination correctly pairs roles with responsibilities? Options: Compressor—delivers shock; Recorder—manages ventilation, Airway Manager—manages ventilation; AED Operator—delivers shock, Team Leader—tracks time and medications; Support Role—maintains chest compressions, Recorder/Documenter—coordinates the team; Compressor—assists with equipment

Back

Airway Manager—manages ventilation; AED Operator—delivers shock

Front

A patient arrests in the lobby. You have one assistant. Based on the emergency response list, what is the most appropriate sequence of initial actions for the assistant while you begin CPR?

Back

Call 911 and communicate with emergency services, then hand needed supplies or equipment to clinical team members

Front

During a code, the Recorder/Documenter should track time, treatments, and medications. Which practice best demonstrates this role’s contribution to team performance?

Back

Timestamping each medication administration and noting interventions throughout the code