Question 1

Burns on the face or neck are extremely dangerous because:

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A)   they don't heal well.
B)   they are almost always full-thickness burns.
C)   of possible burns to the eyes.
D)   they will need cosmetic surgery.

Question 2

Complications from burns include:

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A)   severe infection.
B)   fractures.
C)   blindness from the smoke.
D)   kidney problems.

Question 3

Any burn to the lower body is more serious than a burn of similar extent and degree on the upper body.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The seriousness of a burn is determined by:

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A)   the source of the fire.
B)   the depth of damage to the bones.
C)   the percentage of the body burned.
D)   the type of chemical involved.

Question 5

When caring for a thermal burn victim, if less than 10 percent of the body surface is burned:

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A)   cover the burn with a petroleum-based dressing.
B)   apply grease or fat to the burn to relieve pain.
C)   apply an airtight dressing to the burned area.
D)   apply wet-sterile dressings.

Question 6

A burn that involves both the epidermal and dermal layer of skin, characterized by blistering, swelling, and pain is a:

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A)   superficial burn.
B)   partial-thickness burn.
C)   full-thickness burn.
D)   complete thickness burn.

Question 7

When approaching a vehicle accident that involves downed power lines you should:

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A)   carefully move the downed wires.
B)   notify the power company and request an emergency crew.
C)   help the victim get out of the vehicle immediately.
D)   call to the victim to get out of the vehicle.

Question 8

In caring for a burn, use a plastic dressing to trap moisture to keep the area from drying out.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A partial-thickness burn involves all layers of the skin as well as fat, muscle, and bone.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Simple sunburn is an example of a partial-thickness burn.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Burns due to lightning are usually minor and are not a primary concern.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Always assume that a victim of lightning strike:

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A)   has sustained multiple injuries.
B)   is still electrically charged.
C)   is in fluid loss shock.
D)   has sustained damage to his/her eyes.

Question 13

The key to treating chemical burns is aggressive, vigorous, prolonged irrigation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

You should suspect inhalation injury with all of the following signs except:

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A)   a sooty or smoky smell on the breath.
B)   singed nasal hairs.
C)   burned specks of carbon in the saliva.
D)   scald burns.

Question 15

The most common type of burn is:

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A)   chemical.
B)   electrical.
C)   thermal.
D)   radiation.

Question 16

Every victim of chemical burns should be:

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A)   treated for shock.
B)   transported to the hospital.
C)   given artificial ventilation.
D)   suspected of foul play.

Question 17

The goal of first aid for a lightning strike victim is to wait until the heart regains its ability to function, then offer care.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The Rule of Threes is used to determine the percentage of body surface that is burned.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Skin that is moist and mottled ranging from white to red with blisters, would be classified as a:

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A)   superficial burn.
B)   partial-thickness burn.
C)   full-thickness burn.
D)   complete thickness burn.

Question 20

Factors that would determine the severity of electrical shock include all of the following except:

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A)   whether the victim had an axial or transverse electrical contact.
B)   the amount of time the victim was exposed to the shock.
C)   the area of the body through which the current passed.
D)   the amount of moisture on the victim.

Exam 24: Burn Emergencies

Every victim of chemical burns should be:

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The most common type of burn is:

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You should suspect inhalation injury with all of the following signs except:

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Burns due to lightning are usually minor and are not a primary concern.

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Burns on the face or neck are extremely dangerous because:

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A burn that involves both the epidermal and dermal layer of skin, characterized by blistering, swelling, and pain is a:

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When approaching a vehicle accident that involves downed power lines you should:

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Skin that is moist and mottled ranging from white to red with blisters, would be classified as a:

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The Rule of Threes is used to determine the percentage of body surface that is burned.

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Simple sunburn is an example of a partial-thickness burn.

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When caring for a thermal burn victim, if less than 10 percent of the body surface is burned:

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The key to treating chemical burns is aggressive, vigorous, prolonged irrigation.

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Factors that would determine the severity of electrical shock include all of the following except:

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Any burn to the lower body is more serious than a burn of similar extent and degree on the upper body.

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A partial-thickness burn involves all layers of the skin as well as fat, muscle, and bone.

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In caring for a burn, use a plastic dressing to trap moisture to keep the area from drying out.

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Always assume that a victim of lightning strike:

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Complications from burns include:

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The seriousness of a burn is determined by:

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The goal of first aid for a lightning strike victim is to wait until the heart regains its ability to function, then offer care.

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