NP235 Unit 7 Emergency Preparedness Key Points 2023
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1. What is the priority when triaging patients during a disaster?
care for the victims first that have the best chance of survival
What is the process when treating a patient with a chemical exposure?
Those exposed to toxic chemicals should be decontaminated in the field before
transport to a medical facility.
Decontamination is usually done with running water and scrubbing. Most emergency
departments have an isolated decontamination area in which the water from the shower
area goes into a special holding tank.
If multiple victims need decontamination, a portable tent may be placed outside of the
facility
remove clothing, hose them down and scrub them
How should a nurse respond to an aggressive patient?
Offer help on a one-to-one basis. Several people trying to simultaneously talk to or
subdue the patient may add to fear and disorientation.
Establish eye contact.
Use the person's name frequently.
Explain who you are and what you are trying to do.
Express genuine concern about the situation.
Use a soft voice.
Make sure the patient can hear and understand what is being said.
Observe for signs of drug or alcohol use.
calm voice, remain calm, good eye contact
What is the purpose of infusing warm fluids to patients with hypovolemic shock?
If large volumes of fluid are required for fluid resuscitation, warming of the fluids can
help prevent hypothermia
When is the best time to obtain a surgical consent?
The nurse must always check that a consent form has been signed before giving the
preoperative medication.
What is the role of the LPN during a patient discharge?
reinforce dischage instructions
What are signs and symptoms of Hypovolemic shock?
confusion,
restlessness,
diaphoresis,
rapid thready pulse,
increased respiratory rate,
cold, clammy skin,
decreased blood pressure,
What are the stages of hypovolemic shock?
(Verified Answers)
1. What is the priority when triaging patients during a disaster?
care for the victims first that have the best chance of survival
What is the process when treating a patient with a chemical exposure?
Those exposed to toxic chemicals should be decontaminated in the field before
transport to a medical facility.
Decontamination is usually done with running water and scrubbing. Most emergency
departments have an isolated decontamination area in which the water from the shower
area goes into a special holding tank.
If multiple victims need decontamination, a portable tent may be placed outside of the
facility
remove clothing, hose them down and scrub them
How should a nurse respond to an aggressive patient?
Offer help on a one-to-one basis. Several people trying to simultaneously talk to or
subdue the patient may add to fear and disorientation.
Establish eye contact.
Use the person's name frequently.
Explain who you are and what you are trying to do.
Express genuine concern about the situation.
Use a soft voice.
Make sure the patient can hear and understand what is being said.
Observe for signs of drug or alcohol use.
calm voice, remain calm, good eye contact
What is the purpose of infusing warm fluids to patients with hypovolemic shock?
If large volumes of fluid are required for fluid resuscitation, warming of the fluids can
help prevent hypothermia
When is the best time to obtain a surgical consent?
The nurse must always check that a consent form has been signed before giving the
preoperative medication.
What is the role of the LPN during a patient discharge?
reinforce dischage instructions
What are signs and symptoms of Hypovolemic shock?
confusion,
restlessness,
diaphoresis,
rapid thready pulse,
increased respiratory rate,
cold, clammy skin,
decreased blood pressure,
What are the stages of hypovolemic shock?
