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833 - Your 36 y/o pt is unresponsive upon attempting to insert an OPA, the patient gags, You should
A. Insert a nasal airway
B. Suction the oropharynx
C. Reattempt using a smaller oral adjunct
D. Insert a dual lumen airway

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A. Insert a nasal airway

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903 - After air passes through the vocal cords during inhalation, which structure does it reach next?
A. Trachea
B. Epiglottis
C. Alveolus
D. Bronchus
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A. Trachea

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906 - You are ventilating an apneic asthmatic pt with a BVM. The patient has inadequate chest rise. You should
A. Decrease the rate of ventilations to 10/min
B. Use an O2 powered ventilation device
C. Increase the forcefulness of ventilations
D. Increase the rate of ventilations to 20/min

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A. Decrease the rate of ventilations to 10/min

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909 - A 72 y/o female pt is unresponsive following an ejection from a MVC, she has an open jaw fracture and a dialated right pupil. What is the best way to open this pt’s airway
A. Insert an OPA
B. Perform a modified head tilt chin lift
C. Insert a NPA
D. Perform jaw thrust

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C. Insert a NPA

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910 - A 4-Year-old female tracheostomy pt has pulled out her tracheostomy tube. The opening is partially obstructed with skin. You should
A. Use a soft tip catheter and suction until clear
B. Insert a nasal airway into stoma
C. Wipe the area clean and perform mouth to stoma ventilation
D. Cut the skin away from the stoma

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A. Use a soft tip catheter and suction until clear

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908 - You are using a BVM and an OPA on an apneic pt. Suddenly it becomes difficult to ventilate. You should first suspect that
A. The patients diaphragm has contracted
B. The pt has an airway obstruction
C. The Pt is becoming more responsive
D. The pt's lungs have collapsed
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B. The pt has an airway obstruction

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946 - A 60-year-old pt with stoma is apneic. You have been suctioning pink frothy sputum for 10 seconds and you continue to get more material. You should
A. continue suctioning and have a partner ventilate through the pt’s mouth
B. suction until airway is clear
C. stop suctioning and give a breath
D. use a saline solution to moisten secretions and continue suctioning

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C. stop suctioning and give a breath

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947 - victim of smoke inhalation has developed difficulty breathing. He does not like the smell of the mask you are using to deliver O2. You should
A. Switch to a NC set to deliver O2 @ 6 LPM
B. Restrain the pt and continue administering O2 via NRB
C. Explain that the mask is very important and continue its use
D. Administer blow-by O2 via Simple mask

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C. Explain that the mask is very important and continue its use

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948 - An unresponsive 82 y/o pt is lying supine. Their airway is most likely to be obstructed by
A. loose dentures
B. Secretions
C. The tongue
D. Swelling of the epiglottis
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C. The tongue

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949 - You are inserting an OPA into a 4 y/o pt you should
A. Use a tongue depressor to keep tongue out of the way
B. Use a head tilt chin lift
C. Insert the tip pointing toward the roof of the mouth
D. Use an airway that measures one size too small and rotate

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A. Use a tongue depressor to keep tongue out of the way

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951 - Initial assessment reveals an alert adult pt who is SOB. He is seated in a tripod position using accessory muscles to breathe. Vital signs are BP 140/80 P 110, R 22 with crackles, SpO2 95%. You should
A. Administer O2 via NRB
B. Ventilate the pt with a BVM to slow respirations
C. Administer O2 via NC
D. Monitor pulse oximetry

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A. Administer O2 via NRB

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952 When suctioning a patient, you should
A. Suction on the way in for no more than 5 seconds
B. Suction on the way out for no more than 15 seconds
C. Suction on the way in for no more than 15 seconds
D. Suction on the way out for no more than 5 seconds

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B. Suction on the way out for no more than 15 seconds

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1139 - Which of the following is the most appropriate way to measure for an OPA?
A. From the patient’s earlobe to angle of the jaw
B. From the center of pt’s mouth to earlobe
C. From the corner of the pt’s mouth to the earlobe
D. From the tip of pt’s nose to earlobe

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C. From the corner of the pt’s mouth to the earlobe

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1141 - How should you ventilate an apneic adult pt?
A. Perform mouth to mask ventilation 12 breath per minute
B. Ventilate with a flow restricted PPV at 12-20 breaths per minute
C. Ventilate once every 5-6 seconds with a bag valve mask
D. Ventilate once every 3 seconds with a BVM

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C. Ventilate once every 5-6 seconds with a bag valve mask

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1142 - Your pt was involved in a MVC he is unresponsive and you hear snoring respirations when he breathes. You should perform a
A. Head tilt neck lift with c-spine stabilization
B. Jaw thrust with c-spine stabilization
C. Tongue jaw lift with c-spine stabilization
D. Head tilt lift with c-spine stabilization

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B. Jaw thrust with c-spine stabilization

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1145 - A 67-year-old female is short of breath and sitting in a tripod position. She is on home oxygen and has had a productive cough over the last few days. During your exam, you note that she is wheezing and breathing with pursed lips. SPO2 is 93%. You should suspect
A. Anaphylactic reaction
B. Obstructive pulmonary disease
C. AMI
D. Pulmonary embolism
A

B. Obstructive pulmonary disease

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1338 - Which of the following indicates the correct flow range and delivery percentage for NC?
A. 1-6 LPM / 44%
B. 10-15 LPM / 95%
C. 2-8 LPM / 28%
D. 2-4 LPM / 35%
A

A. 1-6 LPM / 44%

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1348 - Allowing for appropriate exhalation when assisting ventilations can reduce/alleviate
A. The amount of air required to ventilate
B. Secretions when suctioning the pt’s airway
C. Airway obstructions
D. Gastric distention

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D. Gastric distention

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1350 - Which of the following is TRUE about the insertion of an OPA?
A. If properly inserted the OPA will keep the tongue out of the airway
B. The OPA should be inserted until the flange rests below the patient’s teeth
C. The OPA is always rotated 360 degrees as it is inserted
D. The OPA is measured between the patient earlobe and nose

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A. If properly inserted the OPA will keep the tongue out of the airway

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1351 - Which of the following statements regarding suctioning of an adult is TRUE?
A. You should start ventilations if suction cannot clear the airway
B. You should only suction for a max of 30 seconds
C. You should insert the suction catheter only as far as you can visualize
D. You should remove the suction catheter with the suction machine turned off

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C. You should insert the suction catheter only as far as you can visualize

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  1. You are called to an elderly male who is having trouble breathing. Respirations are at a rate of 24 and labored and the pt is cyanotic. Your pt is conscious but unable to speak in full sentences. Enroute to the hospital your pt goes into respiratory arrest. You should.
    A. use a pocket mask and begin chest compressions
    B. Assist ventilations with BVM and room air.
    C. Assist ventilations with BVM and 100% O2
    D. Start oxygen at 15 LPM via NRB
A

C. Assist ventilations with BVM and 100% O2

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1353 - What are two manual methods of opening a patient's airway?
A. Head tilt-chin lift and NPA
B. Head tilt chin lift and OPA
C. Jaw thrust and finger sweep
D. Head tilt and jaw thrust
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D. Head tilt and jaw thrust

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1358 - What is the amount of air moved with one normal breath called?
A. Dead air space
B. Minute volume
C. Alveolar air
D. Tidal volume
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D. Tidal volume

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1360 - What does pulse oximetry measure?
A. Percent of carbon dioxide in the cells
B. Percent of tissue that is saturated with oxygen
C. The amount of plasma that is saturated
D. The amount of hemoglobin that is saturated usually with oxygen.

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D. The amount of hemoglobin that is saturated usually with oxygen.

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1804 - When opening the airway of an unconscious pt found lying in bed you should
A. Place one hand on the forehead with fingertips of the other hand pinching the nose
B. Place one hand on the forehead with the other hand on the angle of the jaw
C. Place the right hand on the base of the neck and left hand under the angle of the jaw and tip head backward
D. Place both hands at base of neck and tip head backward to fully extend the neck.

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B. Place one hand on the forehead with the other hand on the angle of the jaw

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1807 - Your pt is pale and seems anxious but is speaking in full sentences. You should administer O2 using a
A. flow restricted O2 powered ventilation device
B. NRB @ 15 LPM
C. NC @ 4 LPM
D. BVM @ 15 LPM

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B. NRB @ 15 LPM

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1819 - Your 92 y/o pt is SOB, unable to speak, and cyanotic. You should first
A. Assure the patient has an open airway
B. Ventilate the pt with BVM
C. Administer O2 via NRB
D. Administer the prescribed bronchodilator

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A. Assure the patient has an open airway

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1820 - Your 73 y/o pt is sitting in the tripod position. As you approach they motion for assistance in using their inhaler. You should immediately
A. Administer their prescribed inhaler
B. Administer O2 via NRB
C. Assess the pt's airway status
D. Ventilate with a BVM
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C. Assess the pt’s airway status

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1934 - While ventilating a near drowning pt, you suddenly feel increased resistance in the airway. You should
A. Perform abdominal thrust
B. Place pt in lateral recovery position
C. Attempt to reposition the head
D. Apply firm pressure to the abdomen
A

C. Attempt to reposition the head

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8050 - For which of the following patients would an OPA be most appropriate?
A. A 19 y/o with a mandible fracture who is only responsive to pain
B. Unresponsive 25 y/o with a suspected spinal injury
C. Unresponsive five-year-old with a suspected airway obstruction
D. Semiconscious 76 y.o old who is gasping for air

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C. Attempt to reposition the head

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16349 - A 24 y/o male with a history of asthma has stopped breathing. Which ventilation rate would be most appropriate?
A. 30 breaths per minute
B. 20 breaths per minute
C. 10 breaths per minute
D. 24 breaths per minute
A

C. 10 breaths per minute

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16350 - A 75 y/o pt is complaining of SOB vital signs are 160/88, P 130, R 22 with crackles in the bases of the lungs. You should
A. Administer O2 via mask
B. Perform detailed chest assessment
C. Assist the pt with prescribed inhaler
D. Obtain a complete SAMPLE history
A

A. Administer O2 via mask

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16361 - A 62 y/o female pt is clutching her chest inside a local restaurant. She is unable to breathe. You should
A. Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation
B. Perform a blind finger sweep
C. Perform a series of abdominal thrust
D. Apply O2 and assess her pulse
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C. Perform a series of abdominal thrust

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16364 - When ventilating with a mouth to mask you notice the presence of increasing gastric distention. You should
A. Manually reposition the airway
B. Immediately suction oropharynx
C. Increase the depth of ventilations
D. Decompress the stomach manually
A

A. Manually reposition the airway

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1155 - A malfunction of the heart's electrical system may result in
A. Atherosclerosis
B. Pericarditis
C. Aneurysm
D. Arrhythmia
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D. Arrhythmia

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1156 - All of the following are indications for the use of nitro EXCEPT
A. Patient has a history of cardiac problems
B. The patient’s physician has prescribed nitro
C. Pt complains of CP
D. The pt’s systolic BP is less than 90

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D. The pt’s systolic BP is less than 90

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1157 - A 60 y/o female has chest pain. She has not taken her prescribed nitro you should
A> Determine what type of cardiac problem the pt has, and assist her with taking the nitro
B> Immediately attached the AED and begin transport to hospital
C> Administer aspirin only and withhold the nitro
D> Consult medical direction with regard to assisting the pt in taking the nitro

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A> Determine what type of cardiac problem the pt has, and assist her with taking the nitro

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1268 - You have assisted a 56 y/o pt in taking 1 nitro he continues to complain of CP. Vital signs are: BP 94/64, P 120, R 14, SaO2 98%. You should
A. Reassess his BP
B. Assist him with a 2nd nitro
C. Transport
D. Assess lung sounds and have pt self-administer their inhaler

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C. Transport

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1269 - You are transporting a pt with CP, when suddenly she becomes unresponsive you should
A. Start CPR and transport more rapidly
B. Stop the ambulance and confirm absence of pulse
C. Immediately apply an AED and analyze
D. Insert an OPA and ventilate twice

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B. Stop the ambulance and confirm absence of pulse

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1271 - \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is a cardiac arrhythmia characterized by a complete disorganization of electrical activity
A. Ventricular tachycardia
B. Pulseless electrical activity
C. Ventricular fibrillation
D. Atrial fibrillation
A

C. Ventricular fibrillation

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1273 - One of the most problematic side effects of nitro is
A. Hypotension
B. Bradycardia
C. Angina
D. Dyspnea
A

A. Hypotension

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1278 - The strongest portion of the heart that is responsible for circulating blood to the entire body is the
A. Left atrium
B. Right atrium
C. Left ventricle
D. Right ventricle
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C. Left ventricle

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1279 - You are dispatched to a 68 y/o female complaining of discomfort in her upper back. She is nauseous and appears to be sweaty. Based on these symptoms, which of the possible causes is most life-threatening.
A. Stroke
B. Diabetic reaction
C. Cardiac compromise
D. Indigestion
A

C. Cardiac compromise

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1281 - A 62 y/o female who has been drinking alcoholic beverages is feeling dizzy. She cannot walk and she complains of severe headache. You should suspect
A. Delirium tremens
B. Severe migraine
C. Hemorrhagic stroke
D. Acute alcohol intoxication
A

C. Hemorrhagic stroke

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1282 - When you assess a pulse you are feeling the
A. Contraction of the left atrium
B. Relaxation of both ventricles
C. Relaxation of the atria
D. Contraction of the left ventricle
A

D. Contraction of the left ventricle

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1283 - A common symptom of cardiac compromise is CP or discomfort known as
A. Fibrillation
B. Ischemia
C. Myocardial infarction
D. Angina
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D. Angina

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1284 - Your pt is a 65 y/o male CC CP, which of the following would be a contraindication for assisting with the administration of sublingual nitro?
A. Heart rate <100
B. SBP >100
C. SBP <100
D. HR >100
A

C. SBP <100

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1286 - You are alone when you witness a 57 y/o woman suddenly collapse and become unresponsive. She is not breathing. After calling for help you find that she has no pulse. You should
A. Begin chest compressions
B. Leave the pt and obtain an AED
C. Continue rescue breathing
D. Perform blind finger sweep.
A

A. Begin chest compressions

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1285 - Which of the following is the build-up of fatty deposits on the inner walls of an artery?
A. Coronary artery disease
B. Thrombus
C. Aneurysm
D. Atherosclerosis
A

D. Atherosclerosis

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1287 - Your pt is a 56 y/o male who collapses while mowing the lawn. He is apneic and pulseless immediately following collapse. What is the patient most likely experiencing?
A. Heart attack
B. Cardiac Arrest
C. Angina
D. Stroke
A

B. Cardiac Arrest

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1288 - A 62 y/o female is complaining of crushing CP that radiates to between her shoulder blades. She is very pale, diaphoretic, and feels nauseous. You should suspect a/an
A. Cardiac event
B. Cerebrovascular event
C. Hypoglycemic reactions
D. Asthma attack
A

A. Cardiac event

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1440 - A 67 y/o female just had a syncopal episode while using the toilet. Vitals are BP 100/6-. P 110 irregular, R 12. She is weak and dizzy. You should suspect a
A. gastrointestinal obstruction
B. vertebral vascular accident
C. cardiac rhythm disturbance
D. acute myocardial infarction
A

C. cardiac rhythm disturbance

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1763 - A pulseless and apneic 68 y/o male has an implanted pacemaker in his right shoulder. Without delaying defibrillation where should you apply the AED pads.
A. Left shoulder (to avoid pacemaker) and right lower chest
B. Nipple line under the left and right armpits
C. Anterior chest and back (between shoulder blades)
D. Right shoulder (directly over the pacemaker) and lower left chest.

A

C. Anterior chest and back (between shoulder blade

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1764 - A pt becomes unresponsive. You find she is apneic and pulseless. You should
A. Start CPR and apply the AED
B. Apply O2 via BVM and apply the AED
C. Apply AED and analyze
D. Request ALS and begin CPR
A

A. Start CPR and apply the AED

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1816 - Albuterol is an example of a (an)
A. Vasodilator
B. Vasoconstrictor
C. Antihypertensive
D. Beta-agonist
A

D. Beta-agonist

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1826 - After delivering a shock with an AED, the patient begins to move and speak. You should
A. Assess vitals and begin transport
B. Immediately remove the AED to avoid accidental shock
C. Begin BVM ventilations
D. Perform a sternal rub to assess LOC

A

A. Assess vitals and begin transport

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1827 - A 56 y/o male is complaining of severe CP. He took Viagra two hours ago and has been physically active. You should
A. Assist the pt in taking his nitro and apply O2
B. Administer O2 and request an ALS intercept
C. Monitor vitals, if BP is above 100 systolic, administer nitro and apply oxygen
D. Assure an open airway and continue gathering history

A

D. Assure an open airway and continue gathering history

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1829 - You have administered six shocks to your cardiac arrest patient. She remains pulseless and is not breathing. You should next
A. Deliver two more shocks
B. Continue your assessment
C. Reanalyze the rhythm and deliver as many shocks as indicated
D. Resume CPR and transport

A

D. Resume CPR and transport

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1830 - A patient complains of left sided chest discomfort. The vital signs are BP 108/68 P 104 R 24 SpO2 90% and her hands are cyanotic. You should
A. Vent using BVM @ 15 LPM
B. Use flow restricted PPV
C. Administer O2 via NC @ 4 LPM
D. Administer O2 via NRB @ 15 LPM
A

D. Administer O2 via NRB @ 15 LPM

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1867 - A 45 y/o female pt complaining of left sided chest discomfort. Her vital signs are BP 108/68, P 104, R 20, and her fingers are blue. You should
A. Administer oxygen by NRB 15 LPM
B. Use flow restricted PPV
C. Administer O2 via NC @ 4 LPM
D. Ventilate using BVM @ 15 LPM
A

A. Administer oxygen by NRB 15 LPM

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1869 - Your pt’s pulse returns after the use of the AED. You should first
A. Reanalyze the rhythm
B. Continue performing compressions if BP is too low
C. Turn off the AED and remove the defibrillator pads
D. Continue ventilations

A

D. Continue ventilations

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1883 - A 72 y/o pt is suddenly unable to speak and begins staring off towards the right. You should first
A. Note the time and apply O2
B. Transport the pt in supine position
C. Insert an OPA
D. Administer oral glucose
A

A. Note the time and apply O2

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1884 - an AED has advised no shock to be delivered to a 60 y/o pulseless and apneic pt. You should
A. Leave the AED pads in place and begin CPR
B. Reposition the airway and perform a finger sweep
C. Turn off the AED and begin CPR immediately
D. Reposition the AED pads and attempt to defibrillate

A

A. Leave the AED pads in place and begin CPR

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1935 - Your pt has been submerged underwater for an unknown period and is in cardiac arrest. After taking c-spine precautions you should
A. Dry the pt off
B. Ventilate the pt
C. Apply pressure to abdomen
D. Begin CPR immediately
A

D. Begin CPR immediately

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2118 - Your patient is pale, diaphoretic, and complains of chest pressure. Her vitals are R 18 P 58, and BP 88/50. You should suspect
A. Unstable angina
B. A thoracic aneurysm
C. Cardiogenic shock
D. Pulmonary embolism
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C. Cardiogenic shock

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16345 - An 18 y/o male has become increasingly shaky several minutes after administration of a prescribed bronchodilator. You should
A. assist the pt with another dose of the medication
B. contact medical control to report the pt’s response
C. document the pt’s response to the medication
D. continue to reassess the pt every 5 minutes

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C. document the pt’s response to the medication

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16353 - A alert and oriented male is complaining of severe CP, but he refuses transportation against medical advice. You should
A. Accept his right to refuse care and leave the scene
B. Ask family to help convince him to be transported
C. Contact law enforcement for assistance
D. Insist that he be transported by ambulance

A

B. Ask family to help convince him to be transported

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16354 - A pt with chest discomfort becomes unresponsive during transport to hospital. What is the most appropriate action?
A. Start CPR while you assess for pulselessness and apnea, then apply AED and shock if necessary
B. Confirm pulselessness, apnea, apply AED, and advise partner to drive vehicle emergently
C. Conform pulselessness, initiate CPR, stop vehicle and apply AED
D. Stop vehicle, confirm pulselessness and apnea, apply AED, and shock if necessary

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D. Stop vehicle, confirm pulselessness and apnea, apply AED, and shock if necessary

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16355 - A 84-year-old female is anxious and complaining of SOB. She has been a smoke for most of her life. Upon examination, you find she has pedal edema. She is coughing up pink frothy sputum. You should suspect
A. Complication of emphysema
B. Congestive heart failure
C. Chronic bronchitis
D. Acute myocardial infarction
A

B. Congestive heart failure

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957 - A patient is in respiratory distress after eating soup brought by her neighbor. Her neighbor states "she was eating and suddenly her throat got tight" she is sitting bolt upright in a tripod position. You should suspect
A. Anaphylaxis
B. Choking
C. Emphysema
D. Asthma
A

A. Anaphylaxis

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1148 - You are helping a 21 y/o pt to self-administer her epinephrine via auto-injector. She has been stung by a bee. You should
A. Hold injector in place at least 10 seconds
B. Immediately inject and release
C. Inject it into the antecubital fossa
D. Check the patient’s BP

A

A. Hold injector in place at least 10 seconds

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1149 - you are treating an unconscious 50 y/o diabetic pt, you should
A. Transport the pt as soon as possible
B. Immediately administer oral glucose
C. Assist a family member in administering insulin
D. Insert a dual lumen airway adjunct

A

A. Transport the pt as soon as possible

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1150 - A 23 y/o patient is lethargic. The patient just finished mowing the lawn. He is drooling and sweating profusely. You should suspect
A. Hyperglycemia
B. Hypoglycemia
C. Heat stroke
D. Intoxication
A

B. Hypoglycemia

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1248 - A 10-year-old male complains of a stiff neck and a fever. He is very confused and complains of extreme fatigue and headache. You should suspect
A. Febrile seizure
B. Epilepsy
C. Meningitis
D. Diabetic reaction
A

C. Meningitis

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1255 - Your pt is allergic to bee stings. She suddenly began having water eyes and itching in her arms. She does not remember being stung. Vital signs are BP 130/80, P 110, R 16. You should
A. Apply O2 and transport to the hospital
B. Assist the pt in self-administering her epi-pen
C. Monitor airway, encourage the patients family to transport
D. Attempt to find the stinger and remove immediately

A

A. Apply O2 and transport to the hospital

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1256 - a 66 y/o male is confused. He has a history of substance abuse and falls. His breath smells of alcoholic beverage. He is alert and refusing service. You should
A. Obtain consent from his family and transport
B. Document his refusal and recommend that he see his doctor
C. Speak calmly to him and convince him to accept transport
D. Have the police transport the pt to detox unit

A

C. Speak calmly to him and convince him to accept transport

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1257 - An 18 y/o soccer player is feeling disoriented. He has been playing soccer in 90degree heat. You should
A. Direct the pt to drink at least 8 ox of orange juice
B. Remove the pt’s clothes and pour ice water on him
C. Move the pt somewhere cool and assess vitals
D. Direct the pt to rest on the bench until he feels better.

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C. Move the pt somewhere cool and assess vitals

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1258 - An intoxicated 33 y/o female was fighting with police. You note some minor scrapes on the pt’s leg and face. The pt is being verbally abusive to you. The police want your approval to take the pt to jail. You should
A. Ask the officer to transport her to the hospital in a squad car for safety
B. Request that the officers arrest the patient prior to transport
C. If vital signs are within normal limits, release the pt to the police
D. Restrain and transport the pt with police escort

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D. Restrain and transport the pt with police escort

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1291 - Your unresponsive pt is slumped over the kitchen table. A friend tells you that she was fine one minute and started acting abnormally the next. She moans in response to painful stimuli and her skin is pale, cool, and clammy. Her medical alert bracelet denotes diabetes. You should suspect
A. Hypoglycemia
B. Hyperglycemia
C. Stroke
D. Diabetic ketoacidosis
A

A. Hypoglycemia

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1292 - Of the following communicable diseases, which one is MOST likely to be transmitted through airborne droplets
A. Salmonella
B. HIV/AIDS
C. Hepatitis
D. German measles (rubella)
A

D. German measles (rubella)

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1293 - A the local homeless shelter, a 50 y/o male complains of fever. He is drowsy, weak and is coughing up blood. He states that he has had this persistent cough and fever for the past two days. You should suspect
A. HIV/AIDS
B. Hepatitis
C. Tuberculosis
D. German measles
A

C. Tuberculosis

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1294 - Which of the following symptoms would indicate a significant localized cold injury?
A. Skin appears blue and is diaphoretic
B. Tissue below the surface is soft
C. Mottled or blotchy skin
D. Skin appears white and is hard
A

D. Skin appears white and is hard

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1295 - You are called to a local beach for a 10 y/o possible drowning pt. The pt’s parents have pulled him from the water and he is sitting on a blanket coughing up small amounts of water. The parents state they do not want him to go to the hospital and thinks he only swallowed a small amount of water. His vitals are BP 100/50 P 72 R 20. What should you do?
A. Ignore the parents’ concerns, load the patient, and rapidly transport o the nearest emergency department
B. Agree with the parents, because your assessment indicates that the child is fine
C. Explain the complications of near drowning and the necessity of transport via ambulance
D. Request that the parents transport the victim to the nearest emergency department

A

C. Explain the complications of near drowning and the necessity of transport via ambulance

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1442 - Which of the following best describes a bipolar pt?
A. They do not generally function normally in society
B. They do not have a history of manic-depressive disorder
C. They appear psychotic during manic phases
D. They often have hallucinations

A

C. They appear psychotic during manic phases

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1443 - Which of the following pt is MOST at risk for hypovolemic shock?
A. A hemophilia pt with a nosebleed
B. A leukemia pt with a fracture left arm
C. A TB pt with fractured tibia
D. An HIV pt with a UTI

A

A. A hemophilia pt with a nosebleed

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1766 - You are called to an elderly patient who had a syncopal episode. The patient has had blood-tinged vomiting and general fatigue for the last few days. You suspect
A. An abdominal aneurysm
B. Gastrointestinal bleed
C. CHF
D. Cerebrovascular accident
A

B. Gastrointestinal bleed

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1769 - You are dispatched to a pt who has intentionally OD on pain beds. The patient is refusing transport. You should
A. Convince the pt that they should be transported and can return home after seeing doctor
B. Give the pt a few minutes to change their mind
C. Ask a family member for assistance in convincing the pt to accept transport
D. Request law enforcement assistance with this pt

A

D. Request law enforcement assistance with this pt

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1770 - Your 23 y/o male pt is acting erratically. Which of the following would be the most important to relay to the ER?
A. Allergies
B. Last doctor visit
C. Last oral intake
D. Medications
A

D. Medications

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1772 - A 40-year-old his just been struck by lightning. There are no visible wounds. You should suspect
A. Spinal fracture
B. Significant internal bleeding
C. Permanent memory loss
D. Deep tissue damage
A

D. Deep tissue damage

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1815 - Your pt was exposed to an unknown chemical that has soaked their clothing. You should immediately
A. Have the pt remove all clothing
B. Administer O2 via NRB
C. Flush pt’s body with large amount of water
D. Contact the poison control center.

A

A. Have the pt remove all clothing

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1824 - A seventeen y/o pt has ingested sleeping pills and alcohol. They are responsive only to painful stimuli. Vitals are BP 100/60, P 58, R 8. You should
A. Administered activated charcoal
B. Contact the parents for consent to transport
C. Place in recovery position
D. Ventilate with BVM

A

D. Ventilate with BVM

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1835 - you respond to a 22 y/o male with altered mental status. His skin is warm and diaphoretic and has a known seizure history. It is likely your pt is
A. Postictal
B. Clonic
C. Hypovolemic
D. hypothermic
A

A. Postictal

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1852 - A diabetic patient was reported missing last evening. He is found unresponsive, lying in a ditch along the road in approximately two inches of water. Vital signs are BP 96/40, P 38, R 6. You should
A. Place heat packs on pt’s groin, neck and armpits
B. Place glucose between the patients cheek and gum.
C. Place the pt in Trendelenburg position
D. Wrap the patient in blankets and transport.

A

D. Wrap the patient in blankets and transport.

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1904 - Your pt is unresponsive and is wearing a medic alert bracelet stating he is a diabetic. You should
A. Establish and maintain an airway
B. Check for a regular carotid pulse
C. Administer one tube of oral glucose
D. Ventilate with a BVM
A

A. Establish and maintain an airway

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1905 - A patient is experiencing seizure activity and a bystander has placed a spoon in the patient’s mouth to help control the airway. You should
A. Tape the spoon in place to protect airway
B. Hold the spoon in place and grab patient’s tongue
C. Remove the spoon and establish airway
D. Restrain the patient’s movements

A

C. Remove the spoon and establish airway

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1906 - According to family members, your patient has been seizing for 10 minutes, You should
A. Hold the pt's arms and legs securely
B. Administer one tube of oral glucose
C. Place the pt in the shock position
D. Open the airway and provide O2
A

D. Open the airway and provide O2

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1908 - A 45 y/o diabetic pt is experiencing left arm pain and is sweating profusely. You should
A. Administer oral glucose
B. Administer sublingual nitro
C. Administer O2 via BVM
D. Administer O2 via NC
A

A. Administer oral glucose

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1910 - Your pt is short of breath, is wheezing, and is cyanotic after eating shrimp. He has a known allergy to shellfish. You should first
A. Perform a SAMPLE history and focused physical exam
B. Administer O2 via NRB @ 15 LPM
C. Administer pt’s prescribed autoinjector
D. Ventilate with BVM at 15LPM

A

B. Administer O2 via NRB @ 15 LPM

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1927 - Your pt complains of itching and difficulty breathing after a bee sting. He reports no known allergies. His vitals are BP 136/88 P 118 R 20. You should
A. Administer epinephrine given to you by a relative with same condition
B. Administer O2 via NRB and transport immediately.
C. Administer O2 via NC and transport immediately
D. Recommend the pt take an oral antihistamine and contact his physician

A

B. Administer O2 via NRB and transport immediately.

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1928 - A 2 y/o conscious and alert pt has ingested an unknown quantity of aspirin. You all medical control and may be advised to
A. Perform several abdominal thrusts
B. Assist with pt’s prescribe epinephrine
C. Administer syrup of ipecac by mouth
D. Administer activated charcoal by mouth

A

D. Administer activated charcoal by mouth

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1931 - Your patient has spilled a dilute alkali solution into his eyes. You should first
A. Irrigate with clean water
B. Cover the affected eye and transport
C. Irrigate with dilute ammonia
D. Cover both eyes and transport
A

A. Irrigate with clean water

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1932 - A conscious 7 y/o pt has chemical burns around her mouth from ingesting drain cleaner. Her breathing is adequate. You should
A. Evaluate patient airway
B. Administer activated charcoal
C. Contact medical control
D. Flush burns with water
A

C. Contact medical control

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1933 - Your pt is unresponsive 44 y/o found indoors after working in the garden on a hot day. Her vitals are R 32, P 128, 88/56 with hot, dry skin. You should
A. Cover the pt with ice and transport to a trauma center
B. Administer O2 via NC
C. Place a wet sheet over her and fan vigorously (I think this is a mistake)
D. Administer O2 via simple face mask

A

C. Place a wet sheet over her and fan vigorously (I think this is a mistake)

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2022 - an 18 y/o hiker has been bitten by a rattle snake. Vitals BP 140/90 P 130 R 24. You should
A. Make an incision on the site and suction the venom out
B. Calm the pt and coach him not to move
C. Apply a tourniquet to the limb above the bite
D. Vigorously scrub the area with soap and water

A

B. Calm the pt and coach him not to move

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913 - You are responding to a 23 y/o pedestrian who is 7 months pregnant and was struck by a motor vehicle. She is complaining of abdominal pain, skin is pale and cool, heart rate is 110, respirations 20 you should
A. Position the pt on left side, administer O2 and transport emergently
B. Place the pt on her back administer O2 and transport routine
C. Position the pt in Trendelenburg, administer O2 and transport routine
D. Place the pt on her right side, elevate the bottom of the cot, apply O2 and transport emergently

A

A. Position the pt on left side, administer O2 and transport emergently

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955 - How should you open the airway of an infant?
A. Place head in the sniffing position
B. Pad underneath the head
C. Place the head in a neutral position
D. Lift the neck and elevate the head
A

A. Place head in the sniffing position

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956 - a 2 y/o pt who has been sick all day, now has a barking cough. You should suspect
A. Epiglottitis
B. Asthma
C. Croup
D. Chronic laryngospasm
A

C. Croup

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1140 - During a birth the baby’s head has delivered. You should
A. Suction the nose and mouth with a bulb syringe
B. Suction the mouth only with bulb syringe
C. Suction for 15 seconds with pediatric suction device
D. Insert a delee suction catheter in the mouth

A

A. Suction the nose and mouth with a bulb syringe

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1170 - You are evaluating a disoriented 27 y/o female who is 32 weeks pregnant. Her husband states "her arms and legs just got stiff and she had a blank stare" she has no prior medical history you should suspect
A. Eclampsia
B. Ectopic pregnancy
C. Epilepsy
D. Placental abruption
A

A. Eclampsia

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1172 - Your pt is nine months pregnant with her first child. Her contractions are 10 minutes apart, lasting for 20 seconds. She tells you that she is “having this baby now”. You should
A. Coach her to calm down and have her husband transport
B. Prepare for an imminent on scene delivery
C. Transport the patient on her left side and monitor
D. Transport pt in supine position and monitor

A

C. Transport the patient on her left side and monitor

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1173 - which of the following is an anatomical difference between an adult and an infant airway?
A. The infants trachea is more rigid
B. The infants trachea is softer
C. The adults tongue is proportionally larger
D. The adults mouth is proportionally smaller

A

B. The infants trachea is softer

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1174 - A 2-year-old boy has a circumferential burn to his hand up to the wrist. The mother tells you a pot of boiling water spilled onto the boy. You should
A. Reassure the mother and treat the burn with moist dressing
B. Transport and inform the ER that you suspect abuse
C. Talk to the boy separately and ask if he is being abused
D. Confront the boy’s mother about possible abuse

A

B. Transport and inform the ER that you suspect abuse

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1175 - a father has dialed 911 because his 5-year-old daughter is choking. She is coughing vigorously. You should
A. Perform abdominal thrusts until the object clears
B. Suction with a bulb syringe
C. Encourage the pt to keep coughing
D. Sweep the mouth with gloved fingers

A

C. Encourage the pt to keep coughing

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1249 - Bystanders are doing CPR on a 3-month-old infant. You should
A. Evaluate effectiveness of CPR while gathering info
B. Stop CPR and call medical control for instructions
C. Attach an AED and prepare to defibrillate
D. Put the infant on a backboard and transport emergently

A

A. Evaluate effectiveness of CPR while gathering info

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1250 - a 7 y/o female fell out of a tree and was unconscious for 2 minutes the pt is very scared and combative. You should
A. Apply four point restraints and transport rapidly
B. Obtain parental consent prior to transport
C. Apply a c-collar and backboard
D. Place pt on stretcher

A

C. Apply a c-collar and backboard

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1251 - First responder has delivered a baby. The infant is blue and lethargic the pulse is 90 you should
A. Transport after placenta is delivered
B. Dry, stimulate and apply oxygen
C. Transport and administer CPR enroute
D. Transport to closest hospital
A

B. Dry, stimulate and apply oxygen

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1296 - you are called to the scene of a motor vehicle crash, where you find a three-year-old female sitting in an unsecured car seat. She has abrasions to her forehead and right arm. She is alert to voice, her skin is pink and dry, and she appears to breathing normally. You should
A. Rapidly extricate the child and place her in a supine positon
B. Place a short back board behind the child and gently extricate her from the car seat.
C. Remove the child from the car seat and place her on a long spine
D. Secure the child in the car seat using towels and tape to immobilize her head and chest.

A

D. Secure the child in the car seat using towels and tape to immobilize her head and chest.

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Q

1297 - Your 18-mo. old pt has pale cool skin, decreased mental status, and delayed cap refill. The mother tells you that the child’s diaper has been dry for most of the day. First responders have applied oxygen. You should
A. position the child on his side and transport
B. rapidly transport and monitor vital signs
C. ventilate with BVM and transport rapidly
D. transport rapidly and apply wet towels enroute

A

B. rapidly transport and monitor vital signs

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1298 - A 30-year-old female is experiencing vaginal bleeding and abdominal pain. She is drowsy. Her skin is pale, cool, clammy. Vitals are BP 90/60 P 120 R 20. You estimate that she may have lost 500cc of blood. Which of the following should concern you MOST?
A. Hypovolemic shock due to blood loss
B. Cardiogenic shock due to lack of perfusion
C. Septic shock due to a serious infection
D. Neurogenic shock due to blood vessel dilation

A

A. Hypovolemic shock due to blood loss

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1438 - Your pregnant patient has a history of asthma. She started having difficulty breathing 15 minutes prior to calling 911. She has used her inhaler three times with no relief. You should
A. Encourage her to use her inhaler until she feels relief
B. Start O2 therapy at high flow, transport and contact medical control for orders to administer a nebulizer
C. Start O2 therapy at high flow and transport
D. Start O2 therapy at high flow, administer a nebulizer, reassess to determine if transport is required

A

B. Start O2 therapy at high flow, transport and contact medical control for orders to administer a nebulizer

121
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1439 - Your 26-year-old female pt was involved in 30 MPH head-on collision. She complains of slight stiffness in her neck. She is 36 weeks pregnant. What action should you take?
A. Perform a complete physical exam, obtain hx to ensure lack of other injuries and advise pt to consult with primary doctor.
B. Provide c-spine stabilization, O2 c-collar, long spine board and transport with pt in right lateral recumbent position.
C. Provide c-spine stabilization, O2 c-collar, long spine board and transport with pt in left lateral recumbent position.
D. Evaluate the patient, c-collar assist onto stretcher and transport in left lateral recumbent position

A

C. Provide c-spine stabilization, O2 c-collar, long spine board and transport with pt in left lateral recumbent position.

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1441 - You are called to an elementary school for a 10 y/o who fell at the playground. When you arrive, you find the school nurse and a teacher’s aide performing CPR. What is the most appropriate action for you to take
A. Obtain a history from the school nurse
B. Ask the nurse to stop CPR while you check for breathing and a pulse
C. Place the pt on a long spine board with a Ccollar
D. Perform a rapid head to toe trauma survey

A

B. Ask the nurse to stop CPR while you check for breathing and a pulse

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1802 - immediately upon returning to the station form a scene where a child died, the crewmembers discuss the call. This is an example of
A. support meeting
B. defusing
C. critical incident stress debriefing
D. an informal debriefing
A

D. an informal debriefing

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1805 - You should ventilate a newborn once every
A. Three seconds
B. Five seconds
C. Four seconds
D. Two seconds
A

A. Three seconds

125
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1808 - five minutes after delivery of a newborn, your patient is moving all extremities, has pink skin, a weak cry, is grimacing and has a pulse of 96. The APGAR score is
A. 6
B. 8
C. 10
D. 4
A

B. 8

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1811 - A four-year-old pt has hot dry skin after being inside a car with the windows rolled up on a hot day. You should
A. Cover with wet blankets to prevent rapid cooling
B. Rapidly cool pt with ice packs everywhere
C. Pour water on pt and fan vigorously
D. Call the PD to report suspected child abuse

A

B. Rapidly cool the patient with ice packs everywhere

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1812 - A four-year-old pt is experiencing breathing difficulty and is not tolerating an O2 mask. You should
A. Have the mother hold the mask over the pt’s face
B. Place the pt on the stretcher and hold the mask on the face
C. Ventilate using a BVM with supplemental O2
D. Have the mother hold the mask near the pt’s face

A

D. Have the mother hold the mask near the pt’s face

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1817 - When infants or children experience breathing difficulties, their pulse may
A. Increase early, then decrease significantly
B. Increase significantly, then return to normal
C. Decrease significantly, then return to normal
D. Decrease early, then increase significantly

A

A. Increase early, then decrease significantly

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1831 - Your patient is in labor. As the baby’s head delivers, you notice the amniotic sac hasn’t broken. You should
A. Place the mother on oxygen to prevent fetal distress
B. Use your gloved finger to puncture the membrane
C. Place mother on her knees to take pressure off the sac
D. Have the mother pant to delay delivery

A

B. Use your gloved finger to puncture the membrane

130
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1839 - You are ventilating an apneic infant. His pulse is 54. You are currently ventilating with a BVM with supplemental O2 You should.
A. Obtain a complete set of vital signs
B. Begin chest compressions
C. Continue ventilations and transport
D. Insert a pediatric combitube
A

B. Begin chest compressions

131
Q

16347 - A five-year-old female with asthma is having intercostal retractions. She cannot hold her head up to talk. You should
A. Administer oxygen via NRB @ 15 LPM
B. Administer O2 via blowby @ 6 LPM
C. Contact medical control before assisting pt with prescribe inhaler
D. Ventilate via BVM at 15 LPM

A

D. Ventilate via BVM at 15 LPM

132
Q

13651 - You are conducting a physical exam on a responsive female toddler. You should
A. Place the girl on her back as her parents help hold her
B. Use a toes to head approach for the exam
C. Use head to toe approach for the exam
D. Examine the girl upright as her parents hold her.

A

B. Use a toes to head approach for the exam

133
Q

16352 - A 28 y/o female who is 12 weeks pregnant has twisted her left knee while walking. She states the pain is 10/10 in severity. You should
A. Apply a traction splint and immobilize with a long spine board
B. Transport on her left side and hold manual stabilization until she gets the hospital
C. Splint with the stretcher and straps and transport her on her left side
D. Splint using board splints and cravats and transport sitting.

A

D. Splint using board splints and cravats and transport sitting.

134
Q

16362 - What should you initially do to open the airway of an 8-month-old?
A. Pad under head of child
B. Turn pt onto their left side
C. Place the head in an extended position
D. Place the head in a neutral position

A

A. Pad under head of child

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Q 
16363 - an infant is choking on a piece of candy. You are unable to see chest rise after numerous attempts to ventilate. You should
A. Apply an AED
B. Insert an OPA and reattempt
C. Administer chest compressions
D. Perform abdominal thrust
A

C. Administer chest compressions

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893 - The first step an ambulance crew should take when approaching the scene of an emergency is to
A. Verify number of patients
B. Note the MOI
C. Determine the scene is safe
D. Take BSI precautions
A

D. Take BSI precautions

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894 - To protect yourself from injury when lifting a stretcher, you should
A. Use two additional people for the lift
B. Wear an orthopedic back brace
C. Keep the weight close to your body
D. Lean forward toward the stretcher

A

C. Keep the weight close to your body

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896 - You are completing a pt. care report for a pt. injured in a car crash. You notice the smell of alcohol and empty beer cans in the vehicle. The best way to document your findings in the PCR is to
A. Discount these findings because your patient may not have been the driver
B. Describe the smell of alcohol and empty beer cans which were noted at the scene
C. Omit any reference to alcohol because you are not certain if the patient was drinking
D. Indicate that the pt was under the influence of alcohol

A

B. Describe the smell of alcohol and empty beer cans which were noted at the scene

139
Q 
898 - Your ambulance is the first to arrive at the scene of a three-car crash. After assessing potential hazards, you should
A. Contact on-line medical control
B. Designate a triage officer
C. Determine the number of patients
D. Set up immobilization equipment
A

C. Determine the number of patients

140
Q

900 - A good EMS quality improvement program includes
A. Response to media request for pt data
B. Annual review of ambulance fees
C. Education and feedback regarding pt care
D. Discipline for agency policy infractions

A

C. Education and feedback regarding pt care

141
Q

901 - White transporting a bleeding pt. you followed good infection control procedures, including wearing gloves, a mask, protective clothing and eye protection. Further precautions include
A. Place a mask on your patient’s face
B. Washing your hands with soap and water
C. Open doors of ambulance to air out patient compartment
D. Inspecting your face mask for dried blood before discarding.

A

B. Washing your hands with soap and water

142
Q

935 - When lifting a pt on a stretcher you should
A. Keep the weight away from your body
B. Twist from the hips to better maneuver
C. Coordinate your moves with your partner
D. Bend at the waist

A

C. Coordinate your moves with your partner

143
Q 
937 - Consent to treat is implied in which of the following cases?
A. 18 y/o female bleeding profusely
B. 21 y/o unconscious male
C. 44 y/o bus driver with CP
D. 88 y/p female with DNR
A

B. 21 y/o unconscious male

144
Q

938 - Which of the following is a positive method to reduce stress?
A. Eating food rich in sugar
B. Developing regular exercise habits
C. Drinking alcoholic beverages
D. Ignoring feelings of anxiety or stress

A

B. Developing regular exercise habits

145
Q

939 - you are at the scene of a MVC which of the following situations would require rapid extrication?
A. Your patient complains of arm tingling
B. Your pt blocks access to critical pt
C. There are multiple pt’s at the scene
D. Your pt complains of blurred vision

A

B. Your pt blocks access to critical pt

146
Q

940 - You 90 y/o nursing home pt is pulseless and apneic. The nurse shows you a note in the patient’s chart stating DNR. The note is signed by a physician. You should
A. Call the pt’s doctor and confirm order
B. Consult with the family
C. Call online medical control
D. Request to see a copy of the living will

A

C. Call online medical control

147
Q 
942 - You are treating a 50 y/o male with CP. Your written protocol indicates that you should give nitro. This is known as
A. License to practice
B. An online medical directive
C. Scope of practice
D. A standing order
A

D. A standing order

148
Q 
1252 - A 20 y/o female pt complains of severe abdominal pain. She is in the fetal position. After your primary assessment, you should
A. Ask if she was assaulted
B. Obtain baseline vitals
C. Palpate all 4 quadrants of abdomen
D. Transport immediately to hospital
A

B. Obtain baseline vitals

149
Q

1253 - A 45 y/o male farmer has been working with dry lime. The pt has large amounts of powder on both legs. You should
A. Use milk to dilute and cocoon pt
B. Gently brush off excess powder and transport
C. Wash of the powder with water and transport
D. Use vinegar to dilute and transport

A

B. Gently brush off excess powder and transport

150
Q

1259 - You are transporting a patient who has been restrained due to hostile behavior. He is complaining that he has no feeling in his hands, and is threatening to sue you if you don’t remove the restrains. He has been very cooperative since the restrains were placed. You should
A. Place padding between the restraint and the pt’s skin
B. Assess the pt’s distal circulation frequently
C. Remove the restraints
D. Loosen the restraints

A

B. Assess the pt’s distal circulation frequently

151
Q

1260 - You respond to a scene where a mentally ill adult is threatening to kill himself. He is refusing transportation to a hospital. You should
A. Document the patient’s refusal and have him sign your form
B. Restrain the patient
C. Ask law enforcement for assistance
D. Allow a family member to transport the patient, if they promise to follow through

A

C. Ask law enforcement for assistance

152
Q

1261 - A 24 y/o female has been stabbed and police state she is deceased. You note blood all over her clothing. You should
A. Get permission from the police to move the pt
B. Assess the airway and check for a pulse.
C. Remove her clothing and determine the extent of the wounds
D. Do not disturb the crime scene

A

B. Assess the airway and check for a pulse.

153
Q

1262 - a 11 y/o male has crashed his bicycle. The patients baby sitter is requesting to know the extent of his injuries. You should reply
A. “you will have to wait and talk with his parents”
B. “his leg appears to be broken, do you have a phone number for his parents”
C. “please discuss this matter with the police when they arrive”
D. “I cannot tell you, this would be a violation of patient privacy and confidentiality”

A

B. “his leg appears to be broken, do you have a phone number for his parents”

154
Q

1263 - you are transporting a 62-year-old pt complaining of CP. Vitals are BP 88/40, P 90, R 12. Online medical control orders you to assist the pt in taking his prescribed nitro. You should
A. Wait until the pt’s respirations improve then follow the order
B. Repeat the vital signs and confirm the order
C. Check the expiration date of the medication and administer the medication
D. Assist the pt with administering his nitro

A

B. Repeat the vital signs and confirm the order

155
Q

1265 - You are giving a verbal report to the hospital during transport. You should
A. Use codes and abbreviations to simplify communication
B. Use a cell phone since it is faster
C. Use a radio since it is more private
D. Cover only the pertinent facts and be brief

A

D. Cover only the pertinent facts and be brief

156
Q

1266 - your patient is an alert and oriented adult who is speaking in a foreign language. You cannot communicate with the patient. You should
A. Look for a family member who can speak that language
B. Check your supplies for a translation manual
C. Load the pt into the ambulance and transport
D. Determine whether to transport the pt

A

A. Look for a family member who can speak that language

157
Q

1267 - Your 54 y/o pt is refusing to answer your interview questions. You should
A. Document his refusal and transport
B. Make eye contact and try to gain his trust
C. Restrain the patient immediately
D. Ask a family member to take over your interview

A

A. Document his refusal and transport

158
Q 
1274 - When driving the ambulance, operators must drive with the safety of others in mind. This is known as driving
A. With due regard
B. Defensively
C. With privileges
D. Offensively
A

A. With due regard

159
Q 
1276 - What are the recommended dimensions of a landing zone for air medical
A. 75x75
B. 50x50
C. 200x200
D. 100x100
A

D. 100x100

160
Q

1277 - When responding to an incident involving an unidentified hazardous material, the most appropriate place to position the ambulance is
A. Downwind and uphill from the incident
B. Upwind and at the level of the incident
C. Downwind and downhill from the incident
D. Upwind and uphill from the incident

A

D. Upwind and uphill from the incident

161
Q

1289 - you respond to a car accident on a busy city street. You are the first emergency vehicle on scene. Which of the following best describes where you should position your ambulance when arriving on scene?
A. Park downhill or downwind from the wreckage so you can smell any hazards
B. Park in front of the wreckage to warn oncoming motorist
C. Park immediately in front of the wreckage so you have quick access to emergency supplies
D. Park beyond the wreckage to protect your truck from being struck by traffic.

A

B. Park in front of the wreckage to warn oncoming motorist

162
Q

1336 - you are transporting a 68 y/o female from a nursing home to hospital. She has a valid DNR. During transportation, she begins to have trouble breathing. You should
A. Ventilate the pt with a BVM
B. Return the pt to nursing home
C. Provide supportive reassurance only
D. Provide oxygen and position the patient for comfort

A

D. Provide oxygen and position the patient for comfort

163
Q

1859 - Which of the following is an essential component of your oral report?
A. The name of the pt personal physician
B. The pt’s social security number
C. The EMT assessment of chief complaint
D. The history related to the current illness

A

C. The EMT assessment of chief complaint

164
Q 
1929 - Your twelve-year-old pt has a penetrating wound to the abdomen. You may provide care based on
A. Informed consent
B. Mutual consent
C. Implied consent
D. Expressed consent
A

C. Implied consent

165
Q 
16358 - What is the most effective way to control the spread of infectious disease?
A. Avoid contact with all bodily fluids
B. Exercise good hand washing technique
C. Wear a face shield on all calls
D. Wear gloves with all patients
A

B. Exercise good hand washing technique

166
Q

911 - Which of the following is the best definition of hypoperfusion?
A. Less blood reaching capillary beds
B. Inadequate oxygen delivery to cells
C. Lowered heart rate and BP
D. Blood vessel dilation causing distal pooling

A

B. Inadequate oxygen delivery to cell

167
Q 
912 - Your pt has the following signs and symptoms: increased HR, narrowing pulse pressure, rapid respirations, weak peripheral pulses, thirst, cool, clammy skin. The patient also states a feeling of impending doom. This pt is most likely exhibiting which type of shock?
A. Irreversible
B. Compensated
C. Decompensated
D. Controlled
A

C. Decompensated

168
Q 
915 - Your pt was struck on the right side of the head by a baseball. Which sign or symptom would indicate a significant head injury?
A. Bleeding from the mouth
B. Decreasing mental status
C. Right-sided weakness
D. Increasing heart rate
A

B. Decreasing mental status

169
Q 
916 - Your pt has a 2-inch laceration at the corner of the mouth with profuse bleeding into the oropharynx. You should
A. Apply high flow O2
B. Suction the airway
C. Stabilize the c spine
D. Control the bleeding
A

B. Suction the airway

170
Q 
918 - A patient has been kicked in the chest. One section of ribs is moving separately during respirations. You should
A. Transport emergently
B. Listen for lung sounds
C. Initiate PPV
D. Place a sandbag on the injury
A

C. Initiate PPV

171
Q

919 - the use of a traction splint for femur fractures is important in order to
A. Prevent tissue swelling
B. Facilitate easy transfer of pt to the hospital
C. Decrease pain by preventing bone movement
D. Reduce further nerve and blood vessel damage

A

D. Reduce further nerve and blood vessel damage

172
Q 
920 - Which of the following is most likely to be life-threatening?
A. Femur fracture
B. Humerus fracture
C. Clavicle fracture
D. Lumbar fracture
A

A. Femur fracture

173
Q

921 - A 23 y/o construction worker twisted his foot climbing up a ladder. He has an obvious deformity on the right leg just below the knee. The lower leg and foot are cyanotic and pulseless. You should
A. Apply an air splint and transport
B. Apply spinal immobilization and elevate the leg
C. Pull gentle traction and apply a splint
D. Apply a traction splint and transport

A

C. Pull gentle traction and apply a splint

174
Q

922 - A 16 y/o football player received a blow to his left femur. You can see deformity and the patient is in extreme pain. He does not remember how the injury happened. You should.
A. Apply a board splint
B. Immediately stabilize the C-spine
C. Apply a long spine board and rapidly transport
D. Apply a traction splint to injured leg

A

B. Immediately stabilize the C-spine

175
Q 
923 - Which strap should you place first when securing a patient onto a long spine board?
A. Chest
B. Abdominal
C. Head
D. Leg
A

A. Chest

176
Q

924 - You pt has a gunshot wound to anterior thigh. You should
A. Take spinal precautions and search for exit wound
B. Expose the wound, clean the area, and apply a sterile dressing.
C. Apply direct pressure and treat for shock
D. Expose the wound, control bleeding and transport rapidly.

A

C. Apply direct pressure and treat foD. Take spinal precautions and rapidly transportr shock

177
Q

925 - A 72-year-old with heart problems fell out of bed. He is confused and has pale and sweaty skin. You should
A. Perform a detailed physical examination
B. Check vitals and apply an AED
C. Interview the neighbors to get a detailed history
D. Take spinal precautions and rapidly transport

A

D. Take spinal precautions and rapidly transport

178
Q

926 - Your pt was on a third-floor balcony which collapsed. The pt is semi-conscious, has an impaled piece of wood in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen, an obvious femur fracture and multiple cuts and bruises. You should
A. Establish c-spine protection, open airway and assess breathing
B. Apply O2 and prepare pt for rapid transport to a trauma center
C. Stabilize impaled object with bulky dressing and establish c-spine protection
D. Assist ventilations with BVM, and splint femur fracture

A

A. Establish c-spine protection, open airway and assess breathing

179
Q

941 - You are treating a 23 y/o pt in a MVC. He is complaining of neck, back and leg pain. He has a cut above his left eye. You should
A. Remove the pt from the vehicle ASAP
B. Immediately place O2 on the pt
C. Apply a C-collar and perform rapid extrication
D. Take manual stabilization of the spine

A

D. Take manual stabilization of the spine

180
Q

954 - a 17 y/o pt has been assaulted. He is lying prone and responds to painful stimuli. There is a screwdriver impaled in his shoulder. He is breathing at a rate of 12 and deep. You should
A. Begin ventilations with a BVM
B. Insert an oral airway without moving pt
C. Carefully remove the screwdriver and roll the patient onto his back
D. Stabilize screwdriver and roll pt onto side.

A

D. Stabilize screwdriver and roll pt onto side.

181
Q

1171 - A 19-year-old sexual assault victim is bleeding from an external vaginal laceration. You should
A. Apply direct pressure to the wound and transport in fowlers position
B. Keep anything from touching the injury
C. Have the patient apply a sterile dry dressing to the wound
D. Pack the vagina with sterile dressing moistened with saline

A

C. Have the patient apply a sterile dry dressing to the wound

182
Q

1444 - A 75 y/o female pt has partial thickness, thermal burn on her right forearm. You should
A. Place a dry sterile dressing or sheet over the burn
B. Pour water over the burn to cool site
C. Place the pt on O2 NC 2 LPM
D. Place a moist dressing over the burn.

A

A. Place a dry sterile dressing or sheet over the burn

183
Q 
1765 - An unbelted driver struck a tree with his vehicle. Upon examination of the chest you see bruising to the right side. Your initial vitals are BP 88/76, P 128, R 20. You should suspect
A. Cardiac tamponade
B. Multiple rib fractures
C. Liver laceration
D. Neurogenic shock
A

A. Cardiac tamponade

184
Q 
1768 - A 30-year-old male has been struck by a car. You note a contusion and pain to his left hip. There is no crepitus on exam. Vital signs are BP 110/60 P 72 R 12 You should suspect
A. Fracture pelvis
B. Ecchymosis
C. Neurogenic shock
D. Long bone contusion
A

A. Fracture pelvis

185
Q

1806 - You have an unconscious pt with blood in the airway. You should
A. use a suction unit to immediately clear the airway
B. place the pt in recovery position
C. use artificial ventilations in an attempt to clear the airway
D. perform a finger sweep to remove the blockage

A

A. use a suction unit to immediately clear the airway

186
Q 
1828 - A pt involved in a vehicle crash does not open his eyes, respond verbally, or move when stimulated. What is his GCS?
A. 3
B. 15
C. 0
D. 1
A

A. 3

187
Q

1834 - An unresponsive female has been stabbed in the chest during a robbery. She has an open wound on her left chest. You should
A. Assess the respirations and ventilate if appropriate
B. Begin taking spinal immobilization precautions
C. Perform head-tilt chin lift
D. Cover the wound with a gloved hand

A

D. Cover the wound with a gloved hand

188
Q

1837 - An unresponsive pt is bleeding severely from an open wound to her head. Initial efforts to stop the bleeding have failed. Vitals BP 160/40 P 122 R 16. You should
A. Begin PPV
B. Apply an occlusive dressing to the wound
C. Apply direct pressure to carotid pressure point
D. Continue to apply pressure and transport rapidly

A

D. Continue to apply pressure and transport rapidly

189
Q

1838 - A 32 y/o female amputated her index finger in a table saw accident. How should you care for the amputated finger?
A. Wrap an occlusive dressing around the finger and place it in a bag
B. Soak the part in saline and place in a bag of ice
C. Place the finger in a plastic bag and place the bag in icy water
D. Wrap it with moist sterile gauze, place in a plastic bag and keep it cool

A

D. Wrap it with moist sterile gauze, place in a plastic bag and keep it cool

190
Q

1843 - Your 25-year-old male pt has sustained a painful, deformed shoulder, injured while playing baseball. This has happened to him before and he wants to “pop it back in” you should
A. Assist the pt in realigning his shoulder
B. Apply an ice pack and check vitals
C. Pull steady traction of the arm towards the pt’s leg and splint in place
D. Splint the shoulder as you find it

A

D. Splint the shoulder as you find it

191
Q

1847 - Your patient has fork impaled into his cheek. He is having trouble breathing. You should
A. Stabilize the fork with bulky dressings
B. Insert a nasal airway and apply O2
C. Have the patient pull the fork out of the cheek
D. Carefully remove the fork from the cheek

A

D. Carefully remove the fork from the cheek

192
Q

1851 - An unresponsive ten-year-old male was hit by a car and is bleeding heavily from an open leg fracture. After securing his airway and manually stabilizing his c-spine, you should.
A. Control bleeding from the leg wound
B. Place pt in Trendelenburg position
C. Perform a rapid trauma assessment
D. Immobilize the extremity using a ladder splint.

A

A. Control bleeding from the leg wound

193
Q

1860 - You respond to a conscious thirty-four y/o male burned in a fire with full thickness burns to both hands and forearms and partial thickness burns to his chest. You should
A. Apply cool water to burned areas
B. Soak the burned areas in saline and wrap with sterile dressing
C. Apply an antiseptic ointment to the burned areas
D. Carefully wrap the burned areas with dry sterile dressing

A

D. Carefully wrap the burned areas with dry sterile dressing

194
Q 
16346 - A 46 y/o female was involved in a bar fight and has an obvious open neck wound. You should dress this wound with a/ an
A. Occlusive dressing
B. Sterile gauze dressing
C. Pressure dressing
D. Moist gauze dressing
A

A. Occlusive dressing

195
Q 
16348 - A 40 y/o male complains of abdominal pain after being assaulted. His abdomen is rigid and tender on assessment. Vital signs are BP 108/68, P 116, R 26. You should suspect
A. Compensated shock
B. A ruptured diaphragm
C. Decompensated shock
D. Pneumothorax
A

A. Compensated shock

196
Q 
16356 - Early signs and symptoms of hypoperfusion can include
A. Unresponsiveness
B. Anxiousness
C. Bradycardia
D. Decreased BP
A

B. Anxiousness

197
Q 
6357 - A 24-year-old male has been stabbed in the right chest. Which of the following signs should you expect?
A. Increased respiratory effort
B. Spontaneous pneumothorax
C. Paradoxical chest movement
D. Decreased heart rate
A

A. Increased respiratory effort

198
Q 
16359 - A 22-year-old male was hit in the head with a shovel. He has the following signs and symptoms: altered mental status, increasing BP, decreased pulse and unequal pupils. What should you suspect?
A. Increased intracranial pressure
B. Blowout orbital fracture
C. Decompensated hemorrhagic shock
D. Basilar skull fracture
A

A. Increased intracranial pressure

199
Q

16360 - Which pt would benefit the MOST from helicopter transport the hospital is 45 minutes away?
A. 38 y/o male burn pt with first degree burns to 55% of his body
B. 30 y/o male pulseless and apneic with a history of asthma
C. 15 y/o female MVC victim still trapped BP 78/42
D. 28 y.o female in labor, crowning

A

C. 15 y/o female MVC victim still trapped BP 78/42

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