FISDAP MEDICAL PRACTICE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH ALL CORRECT & VERIFIED
ANSWERS
The pneumonic TICLS stand still for what? Correct answer-Tone
Interactivnss
Consalability
Treatment for a PT with GI bleeding includes Correct answer-2 L fluid bolus infusion in adults, 20
ml/kg in children. High flow 02 and pneumatic anti-shock garments should be considered
Signs and symptoms of an upper GI bleed Correct answer-A black, tarry stool(melena) often
indicates an upper GI bleed
Preexisting conditions for HHNK Correct answer-Often occurs in older patients with type 2 diabetes
Treatment of anaphylaxis Correct answer-Give Epinephrine to all patients with clinical signs of
shock, airway swelling or difficulty breathing.
Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis Correct answer-The PT may complain of throat tightness and
dyspnea, stridor, and wheezing may be present. The PT may also have erythema(redness) and
urticaria(hives) and angioedema
Side effects of an ACE inhibitor Correct answer-Hypertension, edema and CHF
Signs and symptoms of meningitis Correct answer-Malaise, low grade fever, projectile vomiting,
petechial rash, headache and a stiff neck.
This type of seizure is described as a brief LOC without loss of posture Correct answer-Absence
seizure(petit mal)
This type of seizure is described as an abrupt loss of muscle tone, sudden collapse and is sometimes
known as a "drop attack" Correct answer-Atonic seizure
This type of seizure is described as brief muscle contractions that usually occur at the same time on
both sides of the body Correct answer-Myoclonic seizures
This type of seizure is described as a sudden LOC and loss of organized muscle tone Correct
answer-Tonic-clonic seizure
Signs and symptoms of a CVA Correct answer-aphasia, confusion or coma, convulsions,
incontinence, vision change, headache, dizziness or vertigo and ataxia
Treatment of a headache Correct answer-Treatment in the prehospital setting is mostly supportive
however a full history should be obtained and a full neurological exam should be performed. Most
headaches can be managed with analgesics
Treatment of a delusional patient Correct answer-Treatment is aimed at correcting the underlying
physical disorder to reduce anxiety. Sedatives may be required to manage the PT.
QUESTIONS WITH ALL CORRECT & VERIFIED
ANSWERS
The pneumonic TICLS stand still for what? Correct answer-Tone
Interactivnss
Consalability
Treatment for a PT with GI bleeding includes Correct answer-2 L fluid bolus infusion in adults, 20
ml/kg in children. High flow 02 and pneumatic anti-shock garments should be considered
Signs and symptoms of an upper GI bleed Correct answer-A black, tarry stool(melena) often
indicates an upper GI bleed
Preexisting conditions for HHNK Correct answer-Often occurs in older patients with type 2 diabetes
Treatment of anaphylaxis Correct answer-Give Epinephrine to all patients with clinical signs of
shock, airway swelling or difficulty breathing.
Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis Correct answer-The PT may complain of throat tightness and
dyspnea, stridor, and wheezing may be present. The PT may also have erythema(redness) and
urticaria(hives) and angioedema
Side effects of an ACE inhibitor Correct answer-Hypertension, edema and CHF
Signs and symptoms of meningitis Correct answer-Malaise, low grade fever, projectile vomiting,
petechial rash, headache and a stiff neck.
This type of seizure is described as a brief LOC without loss of posture Correct answer-Absence
seizure(petit mal)
This type of seizure is described as an abrupt loss of muscle tone, sudden collapse and is sometimes
known as a "drop attack" Correct answer-Atonic seizure
This type of seizure is described as brief muscle contractions that usually occur at the same time on
both sides of the body Correct answer-Myoclonic seizures
This type of seizure is described as a sudden LOC and loss of organized muscle tone Correct
answer-Tonic-clonic seizure
Signs and symptoms of a CVA Correct answer-aphasia, confusion or coma, convulsions,
incontinence, vision change, headache, dizziness or vertigo and ataxia
Treatment of a headache Correct answer-Treatment in the prehospital setting is mostly supportive
however a full history should be obtained and a full neurological exam should be performed. Most
headaches can be managed with analgesics
Treatment of a delusional patient Correct answer-Treatment is aimed at correcting the underlying
physical disorder to reduce anxiety. Sedatives may be required to manage the PT.
