WEST COAST Block Exam 1: Ch 1-12

Which of the following statements regarding stress is correct? A. Mass-casualty incidents typically produce low stress levels. B. Past experiences may make it difficult to deal with stress. C. Most emergency calls produce only a minor level of stress. D. Very young patients tend to cause the least amount of stress - ANSWER Past experiences may make it difficult to deal with stress Ways in which the emergency medical responder (EMR) can prevent and reduce unnecessary stress include all of the following, EXCEPT: A. Learning to recognize the signs and symptoms of stress B. Adjustments in lifestyle to include stress-reducing activities C. Being aware of the resources and services that are available D. Frequent exposure to stress-causing situations to train the mind - ANSWER Frequent exposure to stress-causing situations to train the mind Which of the following would MOST likely produce the greatest amount of stress for the EMR? A. Death B. Anger C. Exercise D. Depression - ANSWER death Which of the following is NOT a normal part of the grieving process? a. anger B. violence c. depression d. acceptance - ANSWER violence A chronically ill patient who is experiencing denial: - ANSWER often cannot believe what is happening to him or her Which of the following is the MOST effective way to avoid allowing an angry patient or family member to interfere with your patient care duties? - ANSWER Realize that the anger is not because of you To see his grandson graduate from high school, a man with a terminal illness promises to keep all of his doctor's appointments and take all of his medications exactly as prescribed. This is an example of: - ANSWER bargaining Which of the following statements regarding the acceptance stage of the grieving process is correct? - ANSWER the patient understands that the situation cannot be changed When you encounter a patient with a significant illness, it is important to remember that he or she: - ANSWER may be experiencing any stage of grief Common signs and symptoms of stress include: - ANSWER insomnia or nightmares Which of the following MOST accurately describes an emergency medical responder (EMR)? - ANSWER the first medically trained person to arrive at the scene Problems that occur in the prehospital phase of the emergency medical services (EMS) operation are MOST often related to: - ANSWER A lack of control and coordination of resources and personnel Enhanced 9-1-1 centers have the capability to: - ANSWER determine the physical location of the caller via the computer. Fire fighters and law enforcement personnel are likely to be the EMRs in most emergencies because