Chapter 16: Emergency Procedures

Question 1

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Answer 1

Physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q)
- Used to identify individuals with high risk
- May need modified exercise programs or a reference
from a medical doctor

Informed consent
- Risk stratification
- When necessary, obtain clearance from a medical
doctor

HIPPA

• The health insurance portability and accountability act
• Insures victims that they will have privacy about who is able to access and see their personal medical and health information

Question 2

EMERGENCY ASSESSMENTS

Answer 2

Checking the ABCs (airway, breathing, circulation, and severe bleeding)

The secondary assessment

• Head to toe assessment and what to look for
• Abrasions, swelling, deformities, tenderness, medical alert jewelry
• Take blood pressure and pulse

Call 911

• In situations that are life-threatening
• In situations that require medical attention immediately