Bites
Stings
Anaphylaxis
EpiPen
100
What is the name of the substance used to counteract the poisonous effects of venom?
Antivenom
There is an antivenom available for black widow bites, but it is mostly used for children and older adults.
100
True or False: General signs and symptoms of scorpion stings are the same as those of spider bites.
a. True
b. False
a. True
Spider bites and scorpion stings both have the same general signs and symptoms.
100
True or False: Anaphylaxis is a type of allergic reaction.
a. True
b. False
a. True.
Allergic reactions can range from mild to very severe. Anaphylaxis is a severe life threatening allergic reaction and is also a form of shock.
100
True or false: Epinephrine slows or stops the effects of anaphylaxis.
a. True
b. False
a. True
200
Which of the following is an infectious disease that can be transmitted by ticks?
a. Rocky Mountain spotted fever
b. Babesia infection
c. Lyme disease
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Listed in the book: Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Babesia infection, Ehrlichiosis, and Lyme disease
200
True or False: For stingray, sea urchin, or spiny fish stings, you should soak the wound in water as hot as the patient can stand for 30 minutes.
a. True
b. False
a. True
Flush the wound with tap or ocean water, immobilize the injured part, and soak in hot water for 30 minutes or until the pain subsides.
200
What can cause anaphylaxis?
a. Stress
b. Fatigue
c. Dehydration
d. Contact with certain drugs
D: Contact with certain drugs
Anaphylaxis can be caused by an insect bite or sting, contact with certain drugs, medications, foods, and chemicals.
200
True or False: EpiPen devices are only available in one size of dosage.
a. True
b. False
b. False
Devices are available in different dosages based on weight. 0.15 mg for children 33-66 pounds and 0.3 mg for children and adults greater than 66 pounds.
300
True or False: The venom of black widow spiders is necrotizing(tissue destroying).
a. True
b. False
b. False
Widow venom contains neurotoxin, which affects neuromuscular function. Recluse spiders have necrotizing venom.
300
For highly allergic people, how many stings are needed to cause anaphylaxis?
a. 30-40
b. 20-30
c. 10-20
d. 1
d. 1
For highly allergic people, even one sting can result in anaphylaxis.
300
True or False: You should look at both a persons signs/symptoms and the situation to determine if they are having a severe allergic reaction.
a. True
b. False
a. True!
The book outlines 3 different situations to take into consideration when evaluating someone for anaphylaxis. Based on the situation you should look for different symptoms.
- You do not know if the patient has been exposed to an allergen.
- You think the patient may have been exposed to an allergen.
- You know that the patient has been exposed to an allergen.
300
How many doses of epinephrine (1 EpiPen= 1 dose) may be needed to stop an anaphylactic reaction?
a. 1
b. 1-2
c. 2-3
d. 3
b. 1-2
More than 1 dose may be needed. A second dose is administered only if emergency responders are delayed and the patient is still having signs/symptoms of anaphylaxis 5-10 minutes after administering the first dose.
400
Which animal's bites are the most common of all bites from domestic or wild animals?
a. Snake
b. Spider
c. Cat
d. Dog
d. Dog
Dog bites are the most common of all bites from domestic or wild animals.
400
Which of the following should NOT be used to remove a bee stinger?
a. Credit card
b. Tongue Depressor
c. Tweezers
d. None of the above
c. Tweezers
Grasping the stinger with tweezers can squeeze the venom sac, possibly releasing more venom into the victim.
400
What is a sign of anaphylaxis?
a. Trouble breathing
b. Skin reactions (hives, itchiness, or flushing)
c. A feeling of tightness in the chest or throat
d. All of the above
D. All of the above
Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis include: trouble breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or lips, a feeling of tightness in the chest or throat, skin reactions, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, dizziness, loss of consciousness, and signs of shock such as rapid weak heartbeat, and cool or moist skin that looks pale.
400
The needle of an EpiPen retracts after the device is removed from the injection site. Does the EpiPen need to be disposed of in a sharps container?
a. Yes
b. No
a. Yes
Always place the used device in a sharps container. If a sharps container is not available, give the auto-injector to transporting EMS so they can dispose of it properly.
500
Which of the following should NEVER be done to care for a venomous snakebite?
a. Apply ice
b. Splint the extremity
c. Keep the injured area below the heart
d. Wash the site with soap and water
a. Apply ice
For any snakebite, never apply ice, cut the wound, apply suction, apply a tourniquet, or administer an electric shock.
500
What is the name of this venomous marine animal?
Sea Urchin
500
How should you care for a patient in anaphylaxis?
a. Call more advanced medical personnel first, then help administer emergency medication to the patient.
b. Help administer emergency medication to the patient first, then call for additional resources.
c. Do nothing and assume someone else will call for help.
d. Tell them they will be ok.
B: Help administer emergency medication to the patient first, then call for additional resources.
Time is critical. Help administer epinephrine and then call 911 so the epinephrine can work while more experienced medical personnel are on their way.
500
Are the steps for assisting a patient with an EpiPen in the correct order?
1. Obtain consent
2. Hold the leg firmly just above the knee
3. Activate the device by pushing it against the patient's mid-outer thigh
4. Hold the device in place for the recommended amount of time (varies by device)
5. Remove the injector
6. Massage the injection site for several seconds
7. Place the device in a sharps container
a. Yes
b. No
a. Yes