Series 5-7: Medical Disorders

The “Medical Disorders” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test prepares drivers to transport students with a variety of medical conditions safely.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 5-7: Medical Disorders

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Insulin allows the body to:

Absorb sugar

Produce adrenaline

Produce saliva

Absorb calcium

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A common medication used for severe allergic reactions is:

Sleeping pills

Antibiotic tablets

An adrenalin kit (e.g., EpiPen)

Cough syrup

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High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) may be caused by:

Too much insulin and skipped meals

Skipping insulin doses and not eating

Drinking too much plain water

Overeating and lack of insulin

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Asthma attacks:

Can only be stopped by hospitalization

May last from a few minutes to several days

Happen only at night

Always last less than one minute

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During a generalized seizure, the bus driver should:

Give the person a drink of water immediately

Put something in the person’s mouth to prevent biting

Turn the passenger on their side and cushion the head

Hold the person down firmly to stop movement

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Epilepsy is:

A disorder of the brain

A digestive disease

A psychological illness

A type of lung cancer

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Extreme allergic reactions can be:

Fatal

Harmless if ignored

Always minor

Cured only by rest

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Diabetes results from the failure of the pancreas to:

Produce red blood cells

Produce enough stomach acid

Produce the hormone insulin

Produce antibodies

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Passengers with asthma commonly carry:

Bandages and splints

Relievers and bronchodilators

Blood pressure cuffs

Crutches

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An allergy is best described as:

The body’s overreaction to usually harmless substances

A mild reaction to all types of food

A disease that only affects the lungs

A temporary infection caused by bacteria

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For a partial seizure, the appropriate first aid is:

Apply a tight band around the chest

No specific first aid is required, but observe the passenger

Force the person to lie flat and not move

Give the person sugary drinks immediately

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During a generalized convulsive seizure, one common symptom is:

Muscle stiffening and jerking

Complete paralysis of one leg only

Severe vomiting

Instant memory loss that is permanent

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When dealing with a possible diabetic reaction on the bus, the driver should:

Make the passenger run to raise their blood sugar

Give sugar or juice and never hesitate to give sugar when in doubt

Only give water and wait

Avoid giving sugar under any circumstances

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During any epileptic seizure, the driver should:

Not give the person anything to drink

Splash cold water on the person’s face

Immediately try to feed the person

Tie the person’s hands together

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A common symptom of allergies is:

High fever

Sudden weight gain

Itchy, puffy eyes

Broken bones

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For a passenger with allergies or asthma, it may be necessary to:

Seat them in a well-ventilated area of the bus

Keep them standing during the ride

Seat them at the very back only

Not allow them to bring any medication

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Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) may be caused by:

Mild exercise after eating

Never taking insulin

Too much insulin or delayed meals

Drinking extra juice with meals

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To help prevent food-allergic reactions on the bus, the driver should:

Ban all food from the bus

Give all students the same snack

Encourage passengers to avoid swapping lunches

Encourage everyone to share food

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Which of the following is a common allergen?

Plain water

Steel

Glass

Pollen

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During a partial seizure:

The person stops breathing

The person always becomes unconscious

Complete consciousness is not lost

The person’s heart always stops briefly

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A common symptom of low blood sugar is:

Ear ringing only

Nervousness and trembling

Persistent hiccups

Sudden hair loss

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A generalized convulsive seizure typically lasts:

Two to five minutes

More than one day

One to two hours

Less than one second

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A common symptom of high blood sugar is:

Nosebleeds

Ear pain

Sudden rash

Fruity odour to the breath

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Epilepsy is characterized by:

Constant chest pain

Sudden broken bones

Recurring seizures of varying severity

Permanent unconsciousness

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Asthma primarily affects the:

Stomach lining

Airways in the lungs

Bones and joints

Skin only

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This section educates drivers on common medical disorders such as epilepsy, diabetes, and severe allergies, and the potential emergencies that may arise. Drivers learn to recognize symptoms, administer basic first aid, and follow emergency protocols. Communication with students, parents, and school staff is emphasized to ensure accurate information and readiness. By mastering this section, drivers demonstrate their ability to respond quickly and appropriately to medical situations, ensuring the health and safety of every student on their route.