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MEDICAL\OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
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CORRECT ANSWERS.
A 37-year-old female is 36 weeks pregnant. She tells you that she has a
severe headache and blurred vision. She describes decreased fetal activity
today. Her vital signs are P 86, R 14, BP 138/90, and SpO2 is 96% on room
air. You should transport her: - CORRECT ANSWER -on her left side
The mother of a 5-year-old male tells you that he was vomiting earlier today
and complained of moderate pain around his umbilicus. She tells you that
just before she called, the pain worsened, and he now has severe pain.
When you ask him where the pain is the worst, he points to the right lower
abdominal quadrant. His vital signs are P 98, R 26, BP 96/64, and SpO2 is
98% on room air. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -appendicitis
Law enforcement officers requested your assistance with a 24-year-old
male who is acting aggressively. He has removed his clothing, is shouting,
and throwing heavy furniture around in his apartment. Law enforcement
tells you he has a history of diabetes and cocaine use. You should suspect: -
CORRECT ANSWER -excited delirium
A 95-year-old male has chronic renal failure. He receives hemodialysis
three times a week. He has missed two dialysis appointments this week.
Which of the following conditions should you expect his symptoms to
mimic? - CORRECT ANSWER -congestive heart failure
,A 58-year-old female was sexually assaulted. Her only complaint is minor
vaginal bleeding and lower pelvic pain. She reluctantly agrees to go to the
hospital with you but wants to use the bathroom first. Her vital signs are P
84, R 16, BP 132/86, and SpO2 is 98% on room air. You should: - CORRECT
ANSWER -explain why she should wait to use the bathroom until she gets to
the hospital
Why are the signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy potentially life-
threatening? - CORRECT ANSWER -embryo ruptures the fallopian tube and
causes uncontrolled internal breathing
How does the renal system help the body compensate for shock? - CORRECT
ANSWER -decreasing the amount of fluid excreted from the blook
You are assessing a newborn female one minute after she was born. Her
body is pink, and her extremities are blue. She has a strong cry. She has
some movement of her extremities and withdraws her foot when you tap it.
Her vital signs are P 168 and R 56. You should suspect she: - CORRECT
ANSWER -is healthy
Why can a patient who is having an anaphylactic reaction have
angioedema? - CORRECT ANSWER -capillary beds become more permeable and
fluid leaks into the interstitial space
An 86-year-old female complains of pain in her sacral area. You observe a
four-centimeter decubitus ulcer in the area. Her son tells you that she is
bedridden and that he cares for her. Her bedding is wet and smells like
urine. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -physical neglect
, A 32-year-old female has a single episode of tonic-clonic seizure activity.
She is awake now and restless. She has a history of alcohol abuse and tells
you she quit drinking yesterday. Her skin is diaphoretic, and her hands are
shaking. Her vital signs are P 114, R 16, BP 178/100, and SpO2 is 97% on
room air. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -alcohol withdrawl
A 59-year-old male complains of abdominal pain and dizziness. He tells you
he had a kidney transplant six months ago. His skin is warmer than normal
and diaphoretic. His abdomen is rigid, and his pain increases when you
release the pressure after you palpate his abdomen. His vital signs are P
106, R 22, BP 122/90, and SpO2 is 93% on room air. You should: - CORRECT
ANSWER -administer oxygen
A 32-year-old female complains of crampy abdominal pain. She tells you
she is 20 weeks pregnant. She has moderate vaginal bleeding. You should
suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -spontaneous abortion
An 83-year-old male has uncontrolled epistaxis. He tells you that after
blowing his nose it started and it will not stop. He has a history of atrial
fibrillation. His vital signs are P 92, R 16, BP 142/82, and SpO2 is 94% on
room air. You should: - CORRECT ANSWER -have him lean his head forward
and pinch nostril together
What is the most common cause of seizures in an adult? - CORRECT ANSWER -
subtherapeutic levels of anticonvulsive meds
An 11-year-old male who has a history of autism has difficulty breathing.
You observe intercostal retractions, and he answers basic questions. While
caring for him, you should: - CORRECT ANSWER -only perform necessary
assessments and treatments
MEDICAL\OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
LASTEST UPDATE AND VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS.
A 37-year-old female is 36 weeks pregnant. She tells you that she has a
severe headache and blurred vision. She describes decreased fetal activity
today. Her vital signs are P 86, R 14, BP 138/90, and SpO2 is 96% on room
air. You should transport her: - CORRECT ANSWER -on her left side
The mother of a 5-year-old male tells you that he was vomiting earlier today
and complained of moderate pain around his umbilicus. She tells you that
just before she called, the pain worsened, and he now has severe pain.
When you ask him where the pain is the worst, he points to the right lower
abdominal quadrant. His vital signs are P 98, R 26, BP 96/64, and SpO2 is
98% on room air. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -appendicitis
Law enforcement officers requested your assistance with a 24-year-old
male who is acting aggressively. He has removed his clothing, is shouting,
and throwing heavy furniture around in his apartment. Law enforcement
tells you he has a history of diabetes and cocaine use. You should suspect: -
CORRECT ANSWER -excited delirium
A 95-year-old male has chronic renal failure. He receives hemodialysis
three times a week. He has missed two dialysis appointments this week.
Which of the following conditions should you expect his symptoms to
mimic? - CORRECT ANSWER -congestive heart failure
,A 58-year-old female was sexually assaulted. Her only complaint is minor
vaginal bleeding and lower pelvic pain. She reluctantly agrees to go to the
hospital with you but wants to use the bathroom first. Her vital signs are P
84, R 16, BP 132/86, and SpO2 is 98% on room air. You should: - CORRECT
ANSWER -explain why she should wait to use the bathroom until she gets to
the hospital
Why are the signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy potentially life-
threatening? - CORRECT ANSWER -embryo ruptures the fallopian tube and
causes uncontrolled internal breathing
How does the renal system help the body compensate for shock? - CORRECT
ANSWER -decreasing the amount of fluid excreted from the blook
You are assessing a newborn female one minute after she was born. Her
body is pink, and her extremities are blue. She has a strong cry. She has
some movement of her extremities and withdraws her foot when you tap it.
Her vital signs are P 168 and R 56. You should suspect she: - CORRECT
ANSWER -is healthy
Why can a patient who is having an anaphylactic reaction have
angioedema? - CORRECT ANSWER -capillary beds become more permeable and
fluid leaks into the interstitial space
An 86-year-old female complains of pain in her sacral area. You observe a
four-centimeter decubitus ulcer in the area. Her son tells you that she is
bedridden and that he cares for her. Her bedding is wet and smells like
urine. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -physical neglect
, A 32-year-old female has a single episode of tonic-clonic seizure activity.
She is awake now and restless. She has a history of alcohol abuse and tells
you she quit drinking yesterday. Her skin is diaphoretic, and her hands are
shaking. Her vital signs are P 114, R 16, BP 178/100, and SpO2 is 97% on
room air. You should suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -alcohol withdrawl
A 59-year-old male complains of abdominal pain and dizziness. He tells you
he had a kidney transplant six months ago. His skin is warmer than normal
and diaphoretic. His abdomen is rigid, and his pain increases when you
release the pressure after you palpate his abdomen. His vital signs are P
106, R 22, BP 122/90, and SpO2 is 93% on room air. You should: - CORRECT
ANSWER -administer oxygen
A 32-year-old female complains of crampy abdominal pain. She tells you
she is 20 weeks pregnant. She has moderate vaginal bleeding. You should
suspect: - CORRECT ANSWER -spontaneous abortion
An 83-year-old male has uncontrolled epistaxis. He tells you that after
blowing his nose it started and it will not stop. He has a history of atrial
fibrillation. His vital signs are P 92, R 16, BP 142/82, and SpO2 is 94% on
room air. You should: - CORRECT ANSWER -have him lean his head forward
and pinch nostril together
What is the most common cause of seizures in an adult? - CORRECT ANSWER -
subtherapeutic levels of anticonvulsive meds
An 11-year-old male who has a history of autism has difficulty breathing.
You observe intercostal retractions, and he answers basic questions. While
caring for him, you should: - CORRECT ANSWER -only perform necessary
assessments and treatments
