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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A generalized convulsive seizure typically lasts:

One to two hours

Two to five minutes

Less than one second

More than one day

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During a generalized convulsive seizure, one common symptom is:

Muscle stiffening and jerking

Severe vomiting

Instant memory loss that is permanent

Complete paralysis of one leg only

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

Only give water and wait

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

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Diabetes results from the failure of the pancreas to:

Produce antibodies

Produce red blood cells

Produce the hormone insulin

Produce enough stomach acid

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

Encourage everyone to share food

Ban all food from the bus

Encourage passengers to avoid swapping lunches

Give all students the same snack

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Epilepsy is:

A type of lung cancer

A psychological illness

A digestive disease

A disorder of the brain

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During a partial seizure:

The person stops breathing

The person always becomes unconscious

The person’s heart always stops briefly

Complete consciousness is not lost

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Passengers with asthma commonly carry:

Bandages and splints

Crutches

Relievers and bronchodilators

Blood pressure cuffs

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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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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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Asthma primarily affects the:

Airways in the lungs

Bones and joints

Stomach lining

Skin only

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A common symptom of high blood sugar is:

Fruity odour to the breath

Sudden rash

Ear pain

Nosebleeds

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Insulin allows the body to:

Produce adrenaline

Produce saliva

Absorb sugar

Absorb calcium

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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

Seat them at the very back only

Keep them standing during the ride

Not allow them to bring any medication

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Asthma attacks:

Can only be stopped by hospitalization

Always last less than one minute

Happen only at night

May last from a few minutes to several days

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During a generalized seizure, the bus driver should:

Hold the person down firmly to stop movement

Put something in the person’s mouth to prevent biting

Give the person a drink of water immediately

Turn the passenger on their side and cushion the head

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For a partial seizure, the appropriate first aid is:

Force the person to lie flat and not move

No specific first aid is required, but observe the passenger

Apply a tight band around the chest

Give the person sugary drinks immediately

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Epilepsy is characterized by:

Sudden broken bones

Permanent unconsciousness

Recurring seizures of varying severity

Constant chest pain

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An allergy is best described as:

A mild reaction to all types of food

A disease that only affects the lungs

The body’s overreaction to usually harmless substances

A temporary infection caused by bacteria

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Which of the following is a common allergen?

Pollen

Glass

Steel

Plain water

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A common medication used for severe allergic reactions is:

Antibiotic tablets

An adrenalin kit (e.g., EpiPen)

Sleeping pills

Cough syrup

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Extreme allergic reactions can be:

Always minor

Cured only by rest

Fatal

Harmless if ignored

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A common symptom of allergies is:

Sudden weight gain

Broken bones

High fever

Itchy, puffy eyes

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High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) may be caused by:

Overeating and lack of insulin

Skipping insulin doses and not eating

Drinking too much plain water

Too much insulin and skipped meals

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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.