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Emergency & Clinical Care Terms (Ch 19-26)

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Gangrene

a)

Death of tissue.

b)

Inflammation of the skin.

c)

Infection of the bone.

d)

Swelling of the muscles.

2.

Premature Baby

a)

Baby born before 37 weeks gestation.

b)

Baby born after 40 weeks gestation.

c)

Baby weighing less than 5 pounds at birth.

d)

Baby born with a congenital condition.

3.

Umbilical cord

a)

A structure that connects the fetus to the placenta, delivering nutrition to the fetus.

b)

A type of blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the mother to the fetus.

c)

A protective membrane surrounding the fetus during pregnancy.

d)

A hormone produced by the placenta to regulate fetal growth.

4.

Depression

a)

Persistent feeling of happiness and joy, increased energy levels, and enthusiasm for life.

b)

Persistent feeling of doom, sadness, and hopelessness, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, decreased energy level, anxiety, and physical complaints like abdominal pain or headaches.

c)

A temporary feeling of sadness that goes away after a few days.

d)

A state of extreme excitement and energy, often leading to impulsive behavior.

5.

Labor

a)

The process of delivering the placenta after childbirth.

b)

The stage from first uterine contraction until the cervix is fully dilated.

c)

The delivery of the baby during childbirth.

d)

The recovery period after childbirth.

6.

Hyponatremia

a)

High concentration of sodium in the blood.

b)

Normal concentration of sodium in the blood.

c)

Low concentration of sodium in the blood.

d)

Excessive potassium in the blood.

7.

Trench foot

a)

A warm injury that occurs when the feet are exposed to heat for too long.

b)

A cold injury that develops when the skin on the feet is wet and exposed to cold for a prolonged time.

c)

A type of frostbite that affects the fingers and toes.

d)

A skin condition caused by excessive sweating in warm weather.

8.

True bite

a)

A form of dental hygiene practice.

b)

A type of animal bite that is harmless.

c)

When part of the body’s flesh is caught between the teeth deliberately, may occur during child abuse.

d)

A common injury in sports activities.

9.

Terrorism

a)

Use of force or violence against people or property in violation of criminal laws for purposes of intimidation, coercion, or ransom.

b)

A peaceful protest against government policies.

c)

A legal act of civil disobedience to promote social change.

d)

An organized effort to promote economic growth through violence.

10.

Chemical warfare agents

a)

Toxic substances that can cause harm to living organisms.

b)

Poisonous vapors, aerosols, liquids, or solids that have toxic effects.

c)

Chemical compounds used for agricultural purposes.

d)

Innocuous materials used in food preservation.

11.

Clenched fist injury

a)

Results from punching someone in the mouth, tends to produce a high incidence of infection.

b)

Caused by excessive gripping of objects, leading to muscle strain.

c)

Occurs when the fist is tightly closed during a fall, resulting in fractures.

d)

Commonly seen in sports injuries, particularly in contact sports.

12.

Suicide

a)

Purposely taking one's own life, usually the person has expressed some pessimism and other clues to suggest their intentions.

b)

A mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.

c)

A sudden and intense feeling of fear or anxiety that can lead to panic attacks.

d)

A state of emotional well-being where an individual feels fulfilled and content.

13.

Snake bites

a)

May result in burning pain at bite site, puncture wounds, rapid swelling, blood-filled blisters, vomiting, difficulty breathing, sweating, and weakness.

b)

Typically cause mild irritation and redness at the site.

c)

Are usually harmless and require no medical attention.

d)

Only result in minor swelling and bruising.

14.

Crowning

a)

Occurs when the fetus’s head begins to bulge out of the vaginal opening.

b)

Occurs when the fetus is fully delivered from the mother.

c)

Occurs when the baby's heart rate increases during labor.

d)

Occurs when the mother experiences contractions.

15.

Prolapsed cord

a)

Occurs when the umbilical cord protrudes from the birth canal before the head is delivered.

b)

Occurs when the placenta detaches from the uterus before delivery.

c)

Occurs when the baby is in a breech position during delivery.

d)

Occurs when the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby's neck.

16.

Heat exhaustion

a)

Clammy skin with weak and rapid pulse secondary to exposure to high ambient heat, characterized by excessive loss of electrolytes especially sodium and water through sweating.

b)

Severe dehydration leading to confusion and disorientation due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures.

c)

A condition resulting from excessive physical activity in cold weather, leading to shivering and numbness.

d)

A heat-related illness characterized by high body temperature and dry skin due to lack of sweating.

17.

Bull’s eye rash

a)

A rash with a red center that resembles a bull’s eye, indicates a tick bite.

b)

A rash that appears as small red dots all over the body, indicating an allergic reaction.

c)

A rash that is itchy and blistering, often associated with chickenpox.

d)

A rash that is dry and flaky, indicating eczema.

18.

Biological Agents

a)

Organisms or toxins that can kill or incapacitate people, livestock, and crops.

b)

Chemical substances used in warfare to harm or kill enemies.

c)

Natural disasters that affect agricultural production.

d)

Genetic modifications made to enhance crop yield.

19.

Frostbite

a)

Tissue damage from exposure to cold.

b)

A type of skin rash caused by heat.

c)

A condition resulting from excessive sweating.

d)

An allergic reaction to cold temperatures.

20.

Hurricane

a)

A tropical storm with winds of at least 74 miles per hour.

b)

A type of tornado that occurs over land.

c)

A storm that forms over warm ocean waters and has no wind.

d)

A weather phenomenon that causes heavy snowfall.