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Showing 5 questions, Sign in for moreA nurse is teaching a group of students about the importance of first aid. Which of the following statements by the nurse is correct?
Explanation
First aid can help prevent further injury or damage to the victim
Choice A is incorrect because first aid can be performed by anyone who has the knowledge and skills to do so.
Choice C is incorrect because first aid is not a substitute for professional medical care, but a bridge to keep the victim alive and stable until help arrives.
Choice D is incorrect because first aid involves a systematic primary and secondary assessment approach to first identify and treat the most urgent problems.
A client is involved in a car accident and suffers multiple injuries. The nurse arrives at the scene and performs a primary assessment. Which of the following actions should the nurse do first? (Select all that apply)
Explanation
These are the steps of the primary assessment, which aims to identify and treat life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, severe bleeding, or shock. Choice E is incorrect because controlling bleeding is part of the secondary assessment, which is done after the primary assessment.
A nurse is caring for a victim who has a deep wound on his leg. The nurse applies direct pressure and elevates the wound to control bleeding. The victim says, "I'm feeling dizzy and cold." What should the nurse do next?
Explanation
Check for signs of shock. Shock is a life-threatening condition that occurs when there is inadequate blood flow to vital organs. It can result from severe bleeding, dehydration, infection, or trauma. The symptoms of shock include dizziness, cold and clammy skin, rapid and weak pulse, shallow breathing, nausea, and confusion.
Choice A is incorrect because a tourniquet should only be used as a last resort when other methods of controlling bleeding fail or are not possible.
Choice B is incorrect because covering the wound with a sterile dressing is done after bleeding is controlled and does not address the victim's symptoms.
Choice C is incorrect because giving water to a victim who may have internal bleeding or abdominal injuries can worsen their condition.
A nurse is performing CPR on a victim who has no pulse and no breathing. The nurse notices that an automated external defibrillator (AED) is available nearby. What should the nurse do?
Explanation
The correct answer is C. Use the AED after completing five cycles of CPR. An AED is a device that can deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm in victims of cardiac arrest. It should be used as soon as possible, but not at the expense of interrupting chest compressions for too long. The recommended sequence is to perform five cycles of CPR (30 compressions and two breaths), then use the AED, then resume CPR until the AED advises another shock or until help arrives. Choice A is incorrect because stopping CPR for more than 10 seconds can reduce the chances of survival. Choice B is incorrect because waiting for another rescuer to use the AED can delay defibrillation and reduce its effectiveness. Choice D is incorrect because alternating between CPR and AED every two minutes can disrupt the rhythm of chest compressions and decrease blood flow to vital organs.
A nurse is caring for a victim who has a minor burn on his arm caused by hot water. The nurse knows that first aid for burns includes which of the following actions?
Explanation
Remove any clothing or jewelry from the burn area. This can help prevent further damage or infection by reducing contact with heat sources or irritants.
Choice A is incorrect because applying ice or cold water to a burn can cause more tissue damage or hypothermia.
Choice C is incorrect because applying butter or oil to a burn can trap heat and increase inflammation and infection.
Choice D is incorrect because covering the burn area with cotton or wool can stick to the wound and cause pain and infection.
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