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AMERICAN RED CROSS RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES
(ARC RTE) FIRST AID EXAM WITH BEST SOLUTION
GUARANTEED PASS
CARE for the person with STROKE - ANSWER-- After calling 9-1-1,
note the time when the signs and symptoms first started.
- Stay with the person and provide reassurance until help arrives.
- If the person is responsive but not fully awake, drooling or having
trouble swallowing put them the person in the recovery position.
- Monitor the person until EMS arrives and begins their care.
Can you always administer medications for sudden illness? -
ANSWER-Do not administer medications unless it is allowable by
state laws and regulations and you are trained and authorized to do
so. But, remember, assisting with medications is always allowed.
If, during your check, you recognize signs and symptoms of a
sudden illness that is potentially life threatening, such as stroke,
shock, asthma attack, anaphylaxis, heart attack, opioid overdose,
diabetic emergency or high fever, vomiting, diarrhea or dehydration
in young children and infants, - ANSWER-call 9-1-1 and get
equipment or tell someone to do so.
Then give care according to the signs and symptoms that you find
and your level of training.
For some sudden illnesses, giving first aid care may involve assisting
a person or their family member with their medication.
Examples of medications that you may assist with when the person is
experiencing a sudden illness include: - ANSWER-Aspirin for heart
attack
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Quick-relief (rescue) medications for asthma
Epinephrine for anaphylaxis
Naloxone for an opioid overdose
Sugar or glucose tablets, gel or liquid for diabetes
STROKE
SIGNS and SYMPTOMS - ANSWER-- Facial weakness on one side of
the body
- Arm or grip weakness on one side of the body
- Speech disturbances
The FAST mnemonic can help you easily recognize the common
signs of stroke and give EMS professionals crucial life-saving
information.
Signs that indicate possible stroke include:
Facial weakness on one side of the body.
Arm weakness or grip weakness on one side of the body.
Speech disturbance.
In addition, it is important to note the Time that signs and symptoms
of stroke started in a person.
What is crucial information to determine in stroke patient - ANSWER-
It is important to note the time when signs and symptoms of stroke
first started because this is important information to give to EMS
professionals. Some of the medications and procedures used to
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treat stroke in the hospital are only effective within a certain time
frame after the onset of signs and symptoms.
SHOCK
Common Causes - ANSWER-Common causes of shock include:
- Life-threatening bleeding
- Infection
- Anaphylaxis
- Any serious injury or illness
SHOCK Signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- A rapid, weak heartbeat
- Rapid breathing
- Pale (grayish), cool, moist skin
- Changes in levels of consciousness ranging from unresponsive to
confused, restless or irritable
- Nausea or vomiting
- Excessive thirst
SHOCK Care - ANSWER-- Give care according to your training for
the condition causing the shock.
- Have them assume a position of comfort or have them lie flat on
their back.
- Maintain body temperature.
- Don't give them anything to eat or drink.
- Provide reassurance.
- Continue to monitor the person's condition.
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ASTHMA ATTACK signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- Wheezing or
coughing
- Rapid, shallow breathing or trouble breathing
- Being unable to talk without stopping for a breath in between every
few words
- Anxiety and fear
- Change in behavior, including being unresponsive
- Sweating
More than one dose of medication may be needed to stop the asthma
attack. The medication may be repeated after 10 to 15 minutes. -
ANSWER-
ANAPHYLAXIS Signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- History of an allergy
- Signs of an allergic reaction (e.g., hives, nausea, vomiting)
- Swelling of the face, neck, tongue or lips
- Trouble breathing
- Shock
- A change in responsiveness
ANAPHYLAXIS Care - ANSWER-Care for the person experiencing
anaphylaxis by assisting with administering epinephrine via an auto-
injector:
- First, follow the general care steps for assisting with medication
administration.
AMERICAN RED CROSS RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES
(ARC RTE) FIRST AID EXAM WITH BEST SOLUTION
GUARANTEED PASS
CARE for the person with STROKE - ANSWER-- After calling 9-1-1,
note the time when the signs and symptoms first started.
- Stay with the person and provide reassurance until help arrives.
- If the person is responsive but not fully awake, drooling or having
trouble swallowing put them the person in the recovery position.
- Monitor the person until EMS arrives and begins their care.
Can you always administer medications for sudden illness? -
ANSWER-Do not administer medications unless it is allowable by
state laws and regulations and you are trained and authorized to do
so. But, remember, assisting with medications is always allowed.
If, during your check, you recognize signs and symptoms of a
sudden illness that is potentially life threatening, such as stroke,
shock, asthma attack, anaphylaxis, heart attack, opioid overdose,
diabetic emergency or high fever, vomiting, diarrhea or dehydration
in young children and infants, - ANSWER-call 9-1-1 and get
equipment or tell someone to do so.
Then give care according to the signs and symptoms that you find
and your level of training.
For some sudden illnesses, giving first aid care may involve assisting
a person or their family member with their medication.
Examples of medications that you may assist with when the person is
experiencing a sudden illness include: - ANSWER-Aspirin for heart
attack
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Quick-relief (rescue) medications for asthma
Epinephrine for anaphylaxis
Naloxone for an opioid overdose
Sugar or glucose tablets, gel or liquid for diabetes
STROKE
SIGNS and SYMPTOMS - ANSWER-- Facial weakness on one side of
the body
- Arm or grip weakness on one side of the body
- Speech disturbances
The FAST mnemonic can help you easily recognize the common
signs of stroke and give EMS professionals crucial life-saving
information.
Signs that indicate possible stroke include:
Facial weakness on one side of the body.
Arm weakness or grip weakness on one side of the body.
Speech disturbance.
In addition, it is important to note the Time that signs and symptoms
of stroke started in a person.
What is crucial information to determine in stroke patient - ANSWER-
It is important to note the time when signs and symptoms of stroke
first started because this is important information to give to EMS
professionals. Some of the medications and procedures used to
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treat stroke in the hospital are only effective within a certain time
frame after the onset of signs and symptoms.
SHOCK
Common Causes - ANSWER-Common causes of shock include:
- Life-threatening bleeding
- Infection
- Anaphylaxis
- Any serious injury or illness
SHOCK Signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- A rapid, weak heartbeat
- Rapid breathing
- Pale (grayish), cool, moist skin
- Changes in levels of consciousness ranging from unresponsive to
confused, restless or irritable
- Nausea or vomiting
- Excessive thirst
SHOCK Care - ANSWER-- Give care according to your training for
the condition causing the shock.
- Have them assume a position of comfort or have them lie flat on
their back.
- Maintain body temperature.
- Don't give them anything to eat or drink.
- Provide reassurance.
- Continue to monitor the person's condition.
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ASTHMA ATTACK signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- Wheezing or
coughing
- Rapid, shallow breathing or trouble breathing
- Being unable to talk without stopping for a breath in between every
few words
- Anxiety and fear
- Change in behavior, including being unresponsive
- Sweating
More than one dose of medication may be needed to stop the asthma
attack. The medication may be repeated after 10 to 15 minutes. -
ANSWER-
ANAPHYLAXIS Signs and symptoms - ANSWER-- History of an allergy
- Signs of an allergic reaction (e.g., hives, nausea, vomiting)
- Swelling of the face, neck, tongue or lips
- Trouble breathing
- Shock
- A change in responsiveness
ANAPHYLAXIS Care - ANSWER-Care for the person experiencing
anaphylaxis by assisting with administering epinephrine via an auto-
injector:
- First, follow the general care steps for assisting with medication
administration.
