EMR Chapter 3 Well Being

If an Emergency Responder arrives on a scene where spilled chemicals are present, he or she should _______ and treat it as a hazardous materials incident.

• attempt to isolate the chemical

• maintain a safe distance

• search the area for victims

• close all available doors

The precautions taken by Emergency Responders to protect themselves from infectious diseases are called:

• asepsis

• infection control

• sterile technique

• body substance isolation

_______ would be an appropriate activity to aid in dealing with stress.

• Trying to work more hours

• Spending large amounts of time alone

• Exercising regularly

• Excessive use of alcohol

A typical sign or symptom of stress is _______.

• hypo tension

• increased appetite

• anxiety

• increased sexual desire

Cleaning equipment following its use on an ill or injured person takes two steps; the first is to _______ and the second is to utilize a disinfecting agent.

• clean all surfaces with warm, soapy water

• sterilize it using an autoclave

• submerge the equipment in a solution of bleach and ammonia

• wipe all metal or plastic components with an alcohol swab

A germ capable of causing disease is called a(n) _______.

• amoeba

• pathologist

• free radical

• pathogen

All of the following are examples of personal protective equipment used to minimize exposure to germs, EXCEPT:

• latex exam gloves

• safety glasses

• helmets

• facemasks

2. List the four routes through which germs can enter the body.

Identify the three most common types of personal protective equipment.

The term _________________________ is used to describe the philosophy that ALL ill or injured persons should be considered potentially infectious.

• Standard Precautions

• Stressor

• Stress

• Emergency