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

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

Only give water and wait

Make the passenger run to raise their blood sugar

Avoid giving sugar under any circumstances

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Extreme allergic reactions can be:

Always minor

Cured only by rest

Fatal

Harmless if ignored

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During any epileptic seizure, the driver should:

Not give the person anything to drink

Tie the person’s hands together

Splash cold water on the person’s face

Immediately try to feed the person

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A common medication used for severe allergic reactions is:

Antibiotic tablets

Cough syrup

An adrenalin kit (e.g., EpiPen)

Sleeping pills

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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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A common symptom of low blood sugar is:

Persistent hiccups

Sudden hair loss

Ear ringing only

Nervousness and trembling

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During a generalized convulsive seizure, one common symptom is:

Complete paralysis of one leg only

Instant memory loss that is permanent

Muscle stiffening and jerking

Severe vomiting

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A generalized convulsive seizure typically lasts:

Less than one second

One to two hours

Two to five minutes

More than one day

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Diabetes results from the failure of the pancreas to:

Produce antibodies

Produce enough stomach acid

Produce the hormone insulin

Produce red blood cells

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A common symptom of allergies is:

Broken bones

Sudden weight gain

Itchy, puffy eyes

High fever

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High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) may be caused by:

Drinking too much plain water

Too much insulin and skipped meals

Overeating and lack of insulin

Skipping insulin doses and not eating

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An allergy is best described as:

A mild reaction to all types of food

A temporary infection caused by bacteria

A disease that only affects the lungs

The body’s overreaction to usually harmless substances

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Which of the following is a common allergen?

Pollen

Plain water

Steel

Glass

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Passengers with asthma commonly carry:

Bandages and splints

Blood pressure cuffs

Crutches

Relievers and bronchodilators

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Epilepsy is:

A psychological illness

A digestive disease

A type of lung cancer

A disorder of the brain

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Asthma attacks:

Can only be stopped by hospitalization

Always last less than one minute

May last from a few minutes to several days

Happen only at night

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For a partial seizure, the appropriate first aid is:

Give the person sugary drinks immediately

Apply a tight band around the chest

Force the person to lie flat and not move

No specific first aid is required, but observe the passenger

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

Ban all food from the bus

Encourage passengers to avoid swapping lunches

Give all students the same snack

Encourage everyone to share food

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During a generalized seizure, the bus driver should:

Give the person a drink of water immediately

Turn the passenger on their side and cushion the head

Hold the person down firmly to stop movement

Put something in the person’s mouth to prevent biting

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During a partial seizure:

Complete consciousness is not lost

The person stops breathing

The person’s heart always stops briefly

The person always becomes unconscious

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Epilepsy is characterized by:

Permanent unconsciousness

Sudden broken bones

Recurring seizures of varying severity

Constant chest pain

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Asthma primarily affects the:

Stomach lining

Airways in the lungs

Bones and joints

Skin only

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

Keep them standing during the ride

Seat them in a well-ventilated area of the bus

Not allow them to bring any medication

Seat them at the very back only

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A common symptom of high blood sugar is:

Sudden rash

Ear pain

Fruity odour to the breath

Nosebleeds

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Insulin allows the body to:

Absorb sugar

Produce saliva

Produce adrenaline

Absorb calcium

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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.