Regarding Snakebites, the EMT Would Recognize Which Statement as True

question 5

Multiple Choice

Regarding snakebites, the EMT would recognize which statement as true?

• A) Over half of all snake bites involve intoxicated males.
• B) The majority of snakebites involve nonpoisonous snakes.
• C) Over 75% of all poisonous snakebites involve the injection of venom.
• D) The majority of snakebites result in death of the patient.

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Definitions:

Personal Control

The degree to which an individual believes they can influence or control the events and outcomes in their life.

Stress

The responses of individuals to environmental stressors.

Primary Appraisal

An individual's initial assessment of a situation to determine its potential impact as positive, neutral, or negative.

Secondary Appraisal

Secondary Appraisal is the stage in the stress response where an individual evaluates their ability to cope or take action against a perceived threat.