Chapter 7

Question 1

Allergy

Answer 1

An exaggerated immune response to a substance tat does not normally cause a reaction.

Question 2

AVPU Scale

Answer 2

A mnemonic for assessing neurologic function; represents awake and alert, responds to verbal stimuli or pain, or unresponsive.

Question 3

Blood Pressure

Answer 3

The pressure of the blood on the interior walls of the arteries.

Question 4

Breath Sounds

Answer 4

An indication of air movement in the lungs is usually assessed with a stethoscope.

Question 5

Chief Complaint

Answer 5

The symptom or group of symptoms about which the patient is concerned.

Question 6

DCAP-BTLS

Answer 6

A mnemonic for assessing trauma-related injuries; Deformity-Contusions-Abrasions and Avulsions-Punctures and Penetrations…Burns, Bleeding and Bruises-Tenderness-lacerations-Swelling.

Question 7

Decerebrate Posturing

Answer 7

Abnormal extension of the arms and legs, downward pointing of the toes, and arching of the head due to and injury to the brain at the level of brainstem.