Ez-io Protocol
Quiz to test your knowledge of the LVRS EZ-IO Protocol
- 1.
- The EZ-IO® is indicated for:
- Immediate vascular access in emergencies
- Altered level of consciousness
- Respiratory compromise
- Hemodynamic instability
- The EZ-IO® is indicated for:
- A.
2, 3, & 4
- B.
1, 2, & 3
- C.
3 & 4 only
- D.
All of the above
- 2.
Contraindications for use of the EZ-IO® include which of the following: 1. Altered level of consciousness 2. Fracture 3. Infection at the insertion site 4. Inability to locate landmarks or excessive tissue
- A.
2, 3, & 4
- B.
1, 2, & 3
- C.
1, 2, & 4
- D.
All of the above.
Correct Answer
A. 2, 3, & 4 -
- 3.
Which of the following is the LVRS approved EZ-IO® insertions site?
- A.
Medial Superior Tibia
- B.
Distal Tibia
- C.
Humerus
- D.
Femur
Correct Answer
A. Medial Superior Tibia -
- 4.
Indications for use of the EZ-IO are: All patients (including pediatric) who are in time-sensitive critical need of IV meds or fluids and when vascular access is not otherwise obtainable after at least two (2) attempts.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 5.
A precaution of use of the EZ-IO is:
- A.
Severe osteoporosis
- B.
Significant MOI indicating multi-system trauma
- C.
A patient over 120lbs
- D.
Both A & B
Correct Answer
D. Both A & B -
- 6.
To ensure that the needle is inserted into the leg in the correct position, you should apply substantial pressure to the drill.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 7.
To remove a broken or bent needle which occured after insertion, you should:
- A.
Attempt to remove with a pair of needlenose plyers after cleaning them with alcohol.
- B.
Try to pull it out by hand.
- C.
Attempt to remove using a pair of hemostats or sterilized vice grips.
- D.
You may not be able to remove it. If you cannot remove it, stabilize the needle & notify hospital.
- E.
Both C & D.
Correct Answer
E. Both C & D. -
- 8.
How many sizes of IO needles do we carry for this device?
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
3
- D.
1, one size fits all patients
Correct Answer
C. 3 -
- 9.
Describe the procedure for use of this device. You do not have to state it verbatim, but I would like to see that you have a general knowledge of its use. This is not open book.
- 10.
After you have used or attempted to use this device, you should notifiy __________ for QA purposes.
- A.
The OMD
- B.
The manufacturer
- C.
The Training Officer
- D.
Both the Trainign & Oprations Officers
Correct Answer
C. The Training Officer -
D. All of the above
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Jan 09, 2013Quiz Edited by
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Jan 19, 2010Quiz Created by
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