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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During any epileptic seizure, the driver should:

Tie the person’s hands together

Splash cold water on the person’s face

Immediately try to feed the person

Not give the person anything to drink

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High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) may be caused by:

Skipping insulin doses and not eating

Too much insulin and skipped meals

Drinking too much plain water

Overeating and lack of insulin

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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

Make the passenger run to raise their blood sugar

Avoid giving sugar under any circumstances

Only give water and wait

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A common symptom of high blood sugar is:

Sudden rash

Fruity odour to the breath

Ear pain

Nosebleeds

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A generalized convulsive seizure typically lasts:

Less than one second

One to two hours

More than one day

Two to five minutes

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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 temporary infection caused by bacteria

A disease that only affects the lungs

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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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For a partial seizure, the appropriate first aid is:

Force the person to lie flat and not move

Give the person sugary drinks immediately

Apply a tight band around the chest

No specific first aid is required, but observe the passenger

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Extreme allergic reactions can be:

Harmless if ignored

Fatal

Cured only by rest

Always minor

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During a partial seizure:

The person always becomes unconscious

The person’s heart always stops briefly

Complete consciousness is not lost

The person stops breathing

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Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) may be caused by:

Never taking insulin

Mild exercise after eating

Drinking extra juice with meals

Too much insulin or delayed meals

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Insulin allows the body to:

Produce saliva

Absorb sugar

Produce adrenaline

Absorb calcium

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Which of the following is a common allergen?

Glass

Pollen

Steel

Plain water

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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

Not allow them to bring any medication

Seat them at the very back only

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A common symptom of allergies is:

High fever

Itchy, puffy eyes

Sudden weight gain

Broken bones

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During a generalized convulsive seizure, one common symptom is:

Complete paralysis of one leg only

Muscle stiffening and jerking

Severe vomiting

Instant memory loss that is permanent

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Epilepsy is characterized by:

Permanent unconsciousness

Recurring seizures of varying severity

Constant chest pain

Sudden broken bones

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Asthma primarily affects the:

Skin only

Bones and joints

Airways in the lungs

Stomach lining

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Passengers with asthma commonly carry:

Relievers and bronchodilators

Blood pressure cuffs

Bandages and splints

Crutches

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A common medication used for severe allergic reactions is:

Cough syrup

An adrenalin kit (e.g., EpiPen)

Antibiotic tablets

Sleeping pills

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Diabetes results from the failure of the pancreas to:

Produce the hormone insulin

Produce antibodies

Produce enough stomach acid

Produce red blood cells

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Epilepsy is:

A type of lung cancer

A digestive disease

A psychological illness

A disorder of the brain

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Asthma attacks:

Always last less than one minute

Happen only at night

Can only be stopped by hospitalization

May last from a few minutes to several days

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A common symptom of low blood sugar is:

Ear ringing only

Persistent hiccups

Sudden hair loss

Nervousness and trembling

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During a generalized seizure, the bus driver should:

Put something in the person’s mouth to prevent biting

Turn the passenger on their side and cushion the head

Give the person a drink of water immediately

Hold the person down firmly to stop movement

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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.