Unit 3 Medops (Treating Life-threatening Conditions)

Without treatment, severe bleeding and airway obstruction can quickly lead to _______.

• death

• fever

• nausea

• headache

What is the first priority of CERT volunteers assisting in disaster medical operations?

• Transporting patients to the hospital

• Attending to life-threatening conditions by controlling bleeding and positioning a patient so they can breathe

• Providing food and water

• Administering medication

Prior to treatment, what should CERT volunteers ensure?

• That both the patient and rescuer are in a safe environment to administer care

• That only the patient is safe

• That only the rescuer is safe

• That care is administered as quickly as possible

Do I feel safe at this spot?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Sometimes

• Not sure

Should I leave and move to a safer location, or am I able to stay and start providing care immediately?

• Leave and move to a safer location

• Stay and start providing care immediately

• Call for help and wait for instructions

• Ignore the situation and continue with your activities

If I leave, can I take anyone with me?

• Yes or No

• Only with permission

• Only on weekends

• Only if they agree

According to the guidelines for approaching the patient, what should you do to ensure the patient is aware of your presence?

• Be sure patient can see you

• Speak only when spoken to

• Stand behind the patient silently

• Wait for the patient to notice you

When approaching a patient, what information should you provide to identify yourself?

• Your name and name of your organization

• Your age and favorite color

• Your address and phone number

• Your job title only

What should you request from the patient, if possible, before providing treatment?

• Request permission to treat

• Request their medical history only

• Request payment in advance

• Request a family member's consent only

Respecting cultural differences is an important part of approaching a patient.

• True

• False