Question

assessment review
answer the following questions pertaining to the assessment of the types of emergencies discussed in this chapter.

1. as you begin to assess a patient suspected of anaphylactic shock, which of these steps would be done first?

a. assess and treat for life threats.
b. assess lung sounds.
c. provide high - flow oxygen.
d. obtain a pulse oximetry reading.

1. after assisting with an epipen auto - injector, what is the first thing that should be done?

a. make sure the medication is not expired.
b. take a set of vital signs.
c. place the used epipen in a biohazard container.
d. rub the area for 10 seconds.

1. when using the epipen auto - injector, do all of the following except:

a. remove the safety cap
b. wipe the thigh with antiseptic
c. push the auto - injector firmly against the thigh for about 3 seconds
d. place ice over the injection site

Explanation:

1. In emergency assessment, the priority is always to assess and treat life - threats first. This is a fundamental principle in patient care.
2. Before using any medication (like the EpiPen), checking its expiration date is crucial. If expired, it may not be effective.
3. When using an EpiPen, removing the safety cap, wiping the thigh with antiseptic (if possible), and pushing the auto - injector firmly against the thigh are correct steps. Placing ice over the injection site is not a standard step.

Answer:

1. A. Assess and treat for life threats.
2. A. Make sure the medication is not expired.
3. D. place ice over the injection site.