Author Question: A spectator at the Little League playoffs in August in Texas faints in the sun-drenched stands. His ... (Read 54 times)

elizabeth18 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A spectator at the Little League playoffs in August in Texas faints in the sun-drenched stands. His face is flushed and his skin is hot to the touch. What action should the first responder take?

a. Lay the spectator down on the bleacher seat.
b. Help the spectator drink a large iced drink.
c. Seat the spectator upright and shield him from the sun with an umbrella.
d. Move the responder to a shady area, and sprinkle his clothing with water.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a group of CNAs about the fastest and simplest technique to reduce temperature in a patient with a fever. Which method should the nurse include in the teaching plan?

a. Apply ice packs to the groin.
b. Bathe the patient in tepid water.
c. Remove clothing and bed linen.
d. Give the patient chilled drinks.

Heffejeff · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
The best action is to remove the victim from the sun and cool by evaporation until emergency medical personnel arrive. The spectator should not remain in the sun on the hot bleachers in any capacity.

Answer to Question 2

C
Removing the patient's clothing and bed linen covering the patient is a quick, simple, and usually effective way to reduce temperature. The application of ice packs may result in excessive cooling and result in shivering, which acts to increase metabolic rate. Bathing in tepid water is effective but requires more time and interaction than simply removing clothing and bed linens. Chilled drinks will not adequately reduce the total body temperature.