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Chapter 12: Terrorism
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1A biotoxin is:
- Aa toxin that is produced by living organisms but that is itself not alive.
- Ba toxin that can be spread only through inhalation.
- Ca toxin that is specifically selected to incapacitate but not injure or harm the recipient.
- Da toxin that is best described as an acetylcholine derivative.
2The primary purpose of the Mark I kit is to treat both military and first responders for the effects of:
- Apulmonary agents such as phosgene or chlorine.
- Bbiotoxin agents such as ricin and trichothecene enterotoxin.
- Cnerve agents including soman or tabun.
- Dvesicants including lewisite and phosgene oxime.
3Agents consisting of either living organisms or toxins produced by living organisms are known as:
- Apulmonary agents.
- Bbiological agents.
- Cincapacitating agents.
- Dnerve agents.
4A patient who has been exposed to a nerve agent with miosis is experiencing:
- Anonresponsive pupils.
- Bnormal pupils.
- Cconstricted pupils.
- Ddilated pupils.
5What is the primary objective of the foreign or domestic terrorist using chemical, biological, radiologic, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) weapons?
- AKill responders with secondary acts.
- BDamage infrastructure.
- CKill large groups of the general population.
- DIncite terror in the public.
6What type of injuries should be expected from a blast pressure wave created by an explosive agent?
- ACrush injuries
- BBurn injuries
- CPenetrating or blunt force injuries
- DCompression/decompression injuries
7Nuclear radiation:
- Acan be tasted.
- Bcan be felt.
- Ccannot be detected by the senses.
- Dcan be seen.
8What is an example of an incendiary agent?
- AA Molotov cocktail made with gasoline
- BFertilizer and diesel fuel mixture
- CPlastic explosives
- DDynamite
9If a chemical agent release is small and contained, then:
- Athe area does not need to be evacuated.
- Bevacuate the immediate area.
- Cevacuate the general populace to a radius of 2,000 feet.
- Devacuate the general populace to a distance of 1.5 miles downwind.
10You have been dispatched to an office complex with a report of multiple victims complaining of similar signs and symptoms of respiratory distress and nausea. What would you do first?
- AImmediately begin triaging victims who have evacuated the complex.
- BAvoid entering until the scene has been made safe.
- CQuickly enter the complex to assist in evacuating occupants to safety outdoors.
- DBegin providing treatment for the most critical patients.
11If you become aware of your own exposure to a biological agent, you should:
- Areport the exposure to the proper health resource.
- Bretreat to an isolated location and assess vital signs.
- Ckeep working at the scene.
- Dask your partner to assess your vital signs.
12The local post office has called 911 to report that a letter with white powder has been opened and two postal workers were exposed. When you support the hazardous materials team, you should take precautions for:
- Acapsaicin
- Btabun.
- Csarin
- Danthrax.
13Following a nuclear explosion, a female patient presents with nausea, fatigue, and malaise. You should:
- Akeep the patient cool and give her something to eat.
- Binduce vomiting.
- Cwithhold all care because the patient's radiation exposure is terminal.
- Dkeep the patient warm and hydrated.
14It is five hours after a nuclear detonation, and several patients are beginning to present with nausea, fatigue, and malaise. The radiation exposure for these patients should be considered:
- Amild
- Bmoderate
- Csevere.
- Dnonexistent
15A male patient began experiencing shortness of breath along with anxiousness approximately 2 hours after turning on the air conditioner at his residence. First responders on scene report what smells like freshly cut grass as they enter the residence. The patient was most likely exposed to the chemical agent:
- Abiotoxin
- Bphosgene
- Clewisite
- Dchlorine
16A patient is exhibiting inappropriate affect, dilated pupils, slurred speech, disorientation, blurred vision, and facial flushing. You suspect exposure to the anticholinergic agents BZ or QNB. Treatment consists of:
- Aadministration of albuterol by nebulized inhalation.
- Badministration of physostigmine.
- Cadministration of atropine.
- D1 g of pralidoxime chloride every hour.
17A weapon of mass destruction that is constructed to disperse radiologic contamination is best defined as a:
- Adirty bomb.
- Bneutron bomb.
- Cincendiary device.
- Dfusion device.
18Nitrile gloves, a well-fitting high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) mask, and a Tyvek coverall are appropriate protections for:
- Athe hot zone.
- Bnuclear radiation.
- Cfallout
- Da chemical release.
19Pulmonary agents attack the:
- Acirculation of the blood.
- Bmucous membranes of the respiratory system.
- Cintegumentary system.
- Dnervous system.
20You are approaching the scene of a night-time incident involving the release of an unknown chemical from a train tank car. Several people were exposed who are complaining of burning to the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. You should:
- Abegin to triage potentially critical patients.
- Bsupport airway, breathing, and circulation.
- Cprepare to set up a decontamination corridor.
- Dstage initially at least 2,000 feet away, uphill and upwind, until the product can be identified.
21In responding to a reported terror incident involving the release of a biological agent, the least amount of personal protective equipment should be:
- Agown and face shield.
- Bgloves and a well-fitted high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter mask.
- Cturnout gear.
- Dgloves and goggles.
22A chemical that remains a liquid poses a contact or absorption threat, and is said to be:
- Amalleable
- Btransient
- Cpersistent
- Dvolatile
23Fasciculations are a symptom of nerve agent exposure best described as:
- Aaltered mental status.
- Binvoluntary muscle contractions.
- Ccomplete paralysis.
- Dmuscle degradation.
24A patient has been exposed to some sort of pulmonary agent and is coughing, wheezing, and exhibiting inflammation and pulmonary edema. After ensuring your safety and donning necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), you first need to:
- Aexpose the patient to fresh air.
- Bremove the patient from the environment.
- Cget the patient to rest.
- Dadminister high-concentration oxygen.
25While caring for victims exposed to radiation, which of the following devices do rescuers wear to monitor the doses of radiation the victims are receiving?
- ADosimeter
- BMark I kit
- CCS canister
- DGeiger counter
26Which of the following BEST describes incendiary agents?
- AChemical weapons designed to paralyze the central nervous system
- BTerrorist operatives implanted in civilian society who intend to carry out acts of terror
- CA special subset of explosives with less explosive power and greater heat and burn potential
- DAny substance or material that is highly flammable
27The main objective of terrorist acts is to:
- Aincite fear in the public.
- Bcause a mass casualty incident.
- Cdraw attention to a group's political agenda.
- Ddemonstrate a group's power and abilities.
28Terrorist attacks are most likely to be targeted toward which of the following?
- AChildren
- BColleges
- CGovernment buildings
- DIndividuals
29You respond to an airport for a report of several people with upper respiratory problems. As you enter the airport, you notice that there are multiple people coughing and vomiting throughout the ticketing area. This may indicate which of the following types of terrorist attack?
- ABiological
- BChemical
- CDirty bomb
- DConventional
30Which of the following scenarios is most likely to be a potential terrorist incident?
- AMultiple explosions in an urban subway system
- BA derailed commuter train
- CA fire in an office building
- DMultiple people sick in a restaurant
31Which of the following is the weapon of choice for terrorists worldwide?
- AConventional explosives
- BChemical weapons
- CBiological weapons
- DNuclear weapons
32 Which of the following is an example of an incendiary agent or device?
- AWhite phosphorus
- BSarin gas
- CA mixture of diesel fuel and nitrogen-based fertilizer
- DTularemia
33Which of the following is the most common mechanism of action in nerve agents?
- AInhibit degradation of acetylcholine
- BCentral nervous system depression
- CInhibition of acetylcholinesterase
- DUnopposed adrenergic stimulation
34Which of the following is the cardinal sign of a toxic chemical release?
- AA low-hanging vapor cloud
- BAn odor similar to rotten eggs
- CPuddles of an evaporating liquid
- DSimilar signs and symptoms occurring rapidly in a group of individuals
35You and your partner are responding to an explosion at a large office building that appears to be a terrorist incident. When searching the area for victims, you should be aware of:
- Athe probability that nerve agents will be deployed.
- Bany sensitive documents that may be lying around.
- Cthe likelihood of secondary explosions.
- Dterrorists hiding in the building
36Which of the following injuries would be the result of a pressure wave associated with the detonation of an explosive device?
- ASplenic hemorrhage
- BRuptured eardrums
- CBurns
- DPenetrating trauma
37You are involved in the initial response to a nuclear detonation. Which of the following will likely be an early priority in managing this incident?
- ADetermining who is responsible for the attack
- BMoving survivors into structures to protect them from fallout
- CAdministering medications designed to mitigate the effects of radiation
- DKeeping responders away from the area to prevent radiation poisoning
38Which of the following is NOT a typical indication of exposure to a chemical nerve agent?
- ABlurry vision
- BHot, dry skin
- CRhinorrhea
- DFasciculations
39The contents of a Mark I kit are most effective when they are:
- Ainhaled
- Binjected subcutaneously or intramuscularly.
- Cingested
- Dadministered intravenously.
40A group of railway passengers presents with vomiting, diarrhea, watery eyes, and salivation. Which of the following is the likely cause of their symptoms?
- AChemical agent
- BBiologic agent
- CRadiation agent
- DSynthetic agent
41Which of the following is the most effective way for EMS personnel to protect themselves against exposure to biological agents of terrorism?
- ADisinfect the ambulance.
- BUse a HEPA mask.
- CGet immunized.
- DWear gloves.
42Which of the following is NOT a chemical nerve agent?
- ATabun
- BLewisite
- CVX
- DGB
43You are caring for a patient who has been exposed to a nerve agent. Appropriate treatment of this patient would include:
- Aepinephrine
- Badenosine
- Cpralidoxime chloride.
- Dalbuterol
44Which of the following statements regarding biological weapons is TRUE?
- ABiological weapons are easily recognized
- BBiological weapons are difficult to detect right away.
- COnly governments have access to biological weapons.
- DBiological weapons are a commonly used terrorist tactic
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