EMR Chapter 3 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

EMR Chapter 3 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the primary purpose of the primary assessment? A) To gather detailed medical history B) To identify and treat life-threatening conditions C) To perform a full body exam D) To transport the patient immediately During the physical exam, you notice the patient’s skin is pale and clammy. This could indicate: A) Fever B) Allergic reaction C) Shock D) Stroke What does the “ABC” in patient assessment stand for? A) Airway, Blood pressure, Circulation B) Airway, Breathing, Circulation 2 C) Airway, Breathing, Consciousness D) Alertness, Breathing, Circulation Which of the following is considered a normal adult respiratory rate? A) 8-12 breaths per minute B) 30-40 breaths per minute C) 12-20 breaths per minute D) 20-30 breaths per minute What does the term “tachycardia” mean? A) Slow heart rate B) Fast heart rate C) Irregular heart rhythm D) Absent pulse Where is the best location to check a pulse in an unconscious adult? A) Radial artery B) Carotid artery 3 C) Brachial artery D) Femoral artery What is the first step when assessing a patient’s airway? A) Check for breathing B) Provide oxygen C) Look, listen, and feel for airway obstruction D) Administer CPR Which sign indicates inadequate breathing? A) Regular chest rise B) Normal skin color C) Shallow or labored breaths D) Alertness When taking blood pressure, the first sound you hear when deflating the cuff is called: A) Diastolic pressure B) Pulse pressure 4 C) Systolic pressure D) Mean arterial pressure Which of the following is NOT a vital sign? A) Pulse B) Blood pressure C) Temperature D) Skin color If a patient’s pupils are unequal and slow to react, this could be a sign of: A) Normal response B) Dehydration