AMR

Question 1

Facial droop + arm drift + weak grip = LAMS _____

Answer 1

3

Question 2

Facial droop + arm rapidly falls down + weak grip = LAMS _____

Answer 2

4

Question 3

Arm drift + weak grip = LAMS _____

Answer 3

2

Question 4

Flexion to pain = _____ motor score

Answer 4

3

Question 5

Extension to pain = _____ motor score

Answer 5

2

Question 6

Indications for glucometry

Answer 6

Altered LOC, suspected diabetic-related problem, signs/symptoms of stroke, drug or alcohol intoxication

Question 7

What are the conditions needed to leave a diabetic patient at home following an episode of hypoglycemia?

Answer 7

1. Stable vital signs
2. The ability to eat/drink normally
3. BGL > 60
4. To be awake/alert with appropriate behavior
5. Have a responsible person can remain with the patient

Question 8

What are the ALS indicators for seizures?

Answer 8

• Status (i.e. seizure lasting > 5 minutes or multiple seizures without return to normal consciousness)
• Hypoglycemia
• Hypoxemia
• Preceding head trauma

Question 9

What are the ALS indicators for suspected stroke?

Answer 9

• Unconscious or decreased LOC
• SBP > 200 or DBP > 110
• Hypotension or bradycardia
• Seizures
• Severe headache / vomiting
• Uncontrolled airway / respiratory problems
• Progression of stroke symptoms
• LAMS 4 or 5