FISDAP Cardiology Practice Exam Questions With Correct Answers
An AED delivers a "no shock indicated" message for a patient with no palpable carotid pulse. What should you suspect? - Answer PEA (Pulseless Electrical Activity) PEA is when the electrical current is still working, but it is not creating a pulse as it should. Since the AED's job is to restart or aid that electrical activity, it is of no use here. A 66 year old female is complaining of severe shortness of breath that started during the night. She denies chest pain. Vital signs BP 180/92 P 110 R 24, with crackles. What is the most likely cause? - Answer CHF CHF usually results in pulmonary edema. Blood pools up in the lungs and makes it difficult for gas exchange. The blood pooled up as a result of her sleeping and lying down for a longer time. A good treatment would be to have her sit up and receive positive pressure ventilations. A 48 year old male suddenly becomes confused after taking nitroglycerin. He is sitting upright but is unable to follow your directions. What should you do? - Answer Place him in a supine position. This will increase blood flow to the brain. A 42 year old male is found unresponsive. He was found behind a restaurant and bystanders are unsure of how long he has been laying there. What should you do? - Answer Check for a carotid pulse.
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