Exam Preview for 41491: Medical Emergencies in the Audiology Practi

Medical Emergencies in the Audiology Practice, in partnership with the American Academy of Audiology

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. Which would NOT be considered a medical emergency? An unexpected health event The testing needs to be stopped in order to render care There is a concern about protecting the life of he patient. The audiologist is stuck in traffic and will be late to work
2. Based on the author's survey of audiology practices, which two events were experienced most often? Syncope and heart attack Seizures and trip and fall Stroke and attempted suicide Syncope and dizziness
3. What should you NOT do to avoid panic with your staff or accompanying person? Decide which staff members take the lead in any medical emergency Do what you think is the right thing to do Have an emergency action plan Keep everyone in the room calm
4. Which is NOT a way to immediately assess and treat a critically ill or inured patient? Check for breathing Check their pulse Identify which insurance they have to cover treatment and care Be sure the airway is clear
5. "Good Samaritan" laws protect people who provide reasonable assistance to those who are injured, ill, or in need. The laws are intended to encourage people to help others without fear of being sued. Which statement is TRUE about these laws? Coverage varies based on the office setting (i.e. university, private practice, medical center) and the type of insurance plan (malpractice, general liability, business liability) Good Samaritan laws are identical in every state Audiologists are excluded from protection under their state's Good Samaritan Law depending on the type of medical emergency Medical emergencies that occue in an audiology practice are usually not covered under any liability plan
6. For a suspected heart attack, which of the following actions should be taken first? Call 9-1-1 Ask the patient to chew and swallow 300mg aspirin Try to secure a physician within your facility or vicinity Contact the patient's next of kin
7. What is the best definition of syncope? When a patient becomes unconscious Precursor to a heart attack A sudden, temporary drop in blood pressure, usually harmless Falling backward without warning
8. Signs of a seizure may include which of the following? Laughing uncontrollably Acting confused, staring into space, fall down, shaking Crying uncontrollably, speaking in tongues Aura-only migraine, night terrors
9. If a patient has a known seizure disorder, when should you call 9-1-1 according to the guidance in this webinar? If there is no injury and the seizure is very short if the person resumes breathing normally after the seizure If the seizure lasts for more than 5 minutes or the person has difficulty breathing after the seizure There is never a need to call 9-1-1 after a seizure if the person has a known seizure disorder
10. If you suspect a patient is having a stroke, which action should you take? Give the patient a glass of water Give the patient a sugarless candy Leave the patient to secure a physician nearby Call 9-1-1 and stay with the person, noting the time and their symptoms