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A 45 year old female complains of chest pain. She is attempting to pull off the
non-rebreather mask that Emergency Medical Responders placed on her. Vital
signs are BP 130/80, P 118, R 24, SpO2 92%. What should you do?
Select one: - CORRECT ANSWER-Use a nasal cannula.
A patient becomes unresponsive after administration of oral glucose. You should -
CORRECT ANSWER-open and inspect the airway.
An 89 year old female with a history of smoking is anxious and complaining of
dyspnea. Upon examination, you find she has pedal edema. She is coughing up
pink frothy sputum. What should you suspect? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Congestive heart failure
A patient has a closed head injury with the following signs and symptoms: altered
mental status, increasing blood pressure, decreased pulse and unequal pupils.
These symptoms are consistent with - CORRECT ANSWER-increased
intracranial pressure.
,In cases of bee stings, you should - CORRECT ANSWER-remove the stinger by
gently scraping with the edge of a card.
A 29 year old male complains of neck pain after being rear-ended at an
intersection. There is no damage to the vehicle, and the driver of the second
vehicle says her speedometer read two miles an hour at the moment of impact.
You should - CORRECT ANSWER-enter the back seat of the vehicle to stabilize
the c-spine.
You are on the scene of a stabbing where an unresponsive 25 year old male is
bleeding severely. The assailant returns to the scene and is holding a knife. You
should - CORRECT ANSWER-retreat to a safe area.
A 42 year old male was in a house fire. The anterior portion of his lower legs has
been burned. The area is charred black but your patient states he has little pain.
This burn would be classified as - CORRECT ANSWER-full thickness.
A trauma patient's injured limb is pale and pulseless. You should suspect -
CORRECT ANSWER-compromised circulation.
A 23 year old deaf man called for an ambulance. You need to determine why. You
should - CORRECT ANSWER-try speaking clearly so he can watch your lips.
,An 11 year old male has been injured. He is crying, sucking his thumb, and acting
fearful. You should
Select one: - CORRECT ANSWER-speak calmly and explain all treatment
beforehand.
Which of the following patients would benefit most from helicopter transport? -
CORRECT ANSWER-16 year old male motor vehicle crash victim still trapped BP
80/40
A 35 year old female who is 3 months pregnant has twisted her knee while
walking. She is in extreme pain. You should - CORRECT ANSWER-splint with
the stretcher and straps, transport the patient on her left side.
A newborn is breathing at 48 times per minute, P 130, and peripheral cyanosis.
You should - CORRECT ANSWER-ventilate via bag-valve mask at 20 breaths per
minute.
A patient is pulseless and apneic. You should - CORRECT ANSWER-begin chest
compressions and apply the automated external defibrillator.
, A thin 75 year old female on home oxygen presents in a tripod position with
marked dyspnea, confusion, intercostal retractions, and mild cyanosis. Breath
sounds are markedly decreased bilaterally. You suspect
Select one: - CORRECT ANSWER-emphysema.
An unresponsive male has a weak, rapid pulse with deep, rapid respirations. His
skin is warm and dry and his breath smells like nail polish remover. What should
you suspect? - CORRECT ANSWER-Diabetic emergency
As you arrive on the scene of a water treatment plant, you notice a large cloud
coming from the building. Your primary concern is to - CORRECT ANSWER-
maintain a safe distance.
A 22 year old male with a history of asthma is experiencing shortness of breath,
wheezing, and chest tightness. Which of the following is the MOST indicated? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Albuterol
Your patient is complaining of shortness of breath. Vital signs are BP 188/110, P
120, R 32 and shallow. Lung sounds include crackles or "bubbling" sounds. You
should suspect - CORRECT ANSWER-congestive heart failure.