West Coast EMT Block Exam #3 (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Questions with Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Graded A.

West Coast EMT Block Exam #3 (Latest
2026/2027 Update) Questions with Verified
Answers | 100% Correct | Graded A.
Question:

The most basic functions of the body, such as breathing, blood pressure,
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and swallowing, are controlled by the:
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A. cerebrum.
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B. cerebellum.
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C. brain stem.
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D. cerebral cortex.?
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Answer:

C. brain stem.
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Question:

The MOST significant risk factor for a hemorrhagic stroke is:
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A. diabetes mellitus.
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B. heavy exertion.
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C. severe stress.
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D. hypertension.?
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,Answer:
D. hypertension.
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Question:

The spinal cord exits the cranium through the:
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A. cauda equina.
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B. vertebral foramen.
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C. foramen magnum.
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D. foramen lamina.?
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Answer:

C. foramen magnum.
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Question:

The three major parts of the brain are the:
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A. cerebellum, medulla, and occiput.
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B. brain stem, midbrain, and spinal cord.
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C. midbrain, cerebellum, and spinal cord.
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D. cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem.?
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Answer:

,D. cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem.
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Question:

When assessing for arm drift of a patient with a suspected stroke, you
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should:

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A. expect to see one arm slowly drift down to the patient's side.
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B. observe movement of the arms for approximately 2 minutes.
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C. ask the patient to hold his or her arms up with the palms down.
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D. ask the patient to close his or her eyes during the assessment.?
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Answer:
D. ask the patient to close his or her eyes during the assessment.
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Question:

When caring for a patient with documented hypoglycemia, you should be
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MOST alert for: i,- i,-




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A. a febrile convulsion.
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B. a seizure.
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C. an acute stroke.
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D. respiratory distress.?
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, Answer:
B. a seizure.
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Question:

Which of the following clinical signs is MOST suggestive of a ruptured
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aneurysm?

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A. Sudden, severe headache
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B. Confusion and weakness
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C. Nasal discharge of blood
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D. Unilateral hemiparesis?
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Answer:

A. Sudden, severe headache
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Question:
Which of the following conditions would MOST likely affect the entire
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brain?

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A. Blocked cerebral artery in the frontal lobe
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B. Ruptured cerebral artery in the occipital lobe
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C. Respiratory failure or cardiopulmonary arrest
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