EMT Module 6 Questions with Correct Answers.

Arterial bleeding Correct Answer bleeding from an artery, which is characterized by bright red blood that is rapid, profuse, and difficult to control Capillary bleeding Correct Answer bleeding from capillaries, which is characterized by a slow, oozing flow of blood Cariogenic shock Correct Answer shock, or lack of perfusion, brought on not by blood loss but by the heart's inadequate pumping action. It is often the result of a heart attack or congestive heart failure Compensated shock Correct Answer when the patient is developing shock but the body is still able to maintain perfusion Decompensated shock Correct Answer when the body can no longer compensate for low blood volume or lack of perfusion. Late signs such as decreasing blood pressure become evident Hemorrhage Correct Answer bleeding, especially severe bleeding Hemorrhagic shock Correct Answer shock resulting from blood loss Hemostatic agents Correct Answer substances applied as powders, dressings, gauze, or bandages to open wounds to stop bleeding Hypoperfusion Correct Answer the body's inability to adequately circulate blood to the body's cells to supply them with oxygen and nutrients Hypovolemic shock Correct Answer shock resulting from blood or fluid loss Neurogenic shock Correct Answer hypoperfusion due to nerve paralysis (sometimes caused by spinal cord injuries) resulting in the dilation of blood vessels that increases the volume of the circulatory system beyond the point where it can be filled Perfusion Correct Answer the supply of oxygen to and removal of wastes from the body's cells and tissues as a result of the flow of blood through the capillaries Pressure dressing Correct Answer a bulky dressing held in position with a tightly wrapped bandage, which applies pressure to help control bleeding