WEST COAST EMT BLOCK 2 QUIZ
EXAM
Updated Questions with Correct Answers
Verified A+ Grade
1. The inferior vena cava returns deoxygenated blood to the right side
of the heart from all of the following areas, EXCEPT the:
a) brain
b) kidneys
c) abdomen
d) legs
Answer a) brain
Rationale: The brain drains deoxygenated blood via the superior vena
cava, while the kidneys, abdomen, and legs drain into the inferior
vena cava.
2. Signs of adequate breathing in the adult include all of the following,
EXCEPT:
a) respirations of 18 breaths/min
b) bilaterally clear breath sounds
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,c) rhythmic inhalation and exhalation
d) a reduction in tidal volume
Answer d) a reduction in tidal volume
Rationale: A reduction in tidal volume indicates shallow breathing and
is a sign of inadequate breathing, not adequate breathing. The other
options reflect normal, adequate respiratory effort.
3. Your primary assessment of an elderly woman reveals that she is
conscious and alert but is experiencing difficulty breathing. She has a
history of emphysema, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. As
you assess the patient's circulatory status, you should direct your
partner to:
a) assess her oxygen saturation and blood pressure
b) retrieve the stretcher and prepare for transport
c) perform a head-to-toe assessment
d) administer oxygen with the appropriate device
Answer d) administer oxygen with the appropriate device
Rationale: While you are assessing circulation, your partner should
address the patient's breathing difficulty by administering high-flow
oxygen immediately. This is a priority intervention for a dyspneic
patient.
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EXAM
Updated Questions with Correct Answers
Verified A+ Grade
1. The inferior vena cava returns deoxygenated blood to the right side
of the heart from all of the following areas, EXCEPT the:
a) brain
b) kidneys
c) abdomen
d) legs
Answer a) brain
Rationale: The brain drains deoxygenated blood via the superior vena
cava, while the kidneys, abdomen, and legs drain into the inferior
vena cava.
2. Signs of adequate breathing in the adult include all of the following,
EXCEPT:
a) respirations of 18 breaths/min
b) bilaterally clear breath sounds
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10
,c) rhythmic inhalation and exhalation
d) a reduction in tidal volume
Answer d) a reduction in tidal volume
Rationale: A reduction in tidal volume indicates shallow breathing and
is a sign of inadequate breathing, not adequate breathing. The other
options reflect normal, adequate respiratory effort.
3. Your primary assessment of an elderly woman reveals that she is
conscious and alert but is experiencing difficulty breathing. She has a
history of emphysema, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. As
you assess the patient's circulatory status, you should direct your
partner to:
a) assess her oxygen saturation and blood pressure
b) retrieve the stretcher and prepare for transport
c) perform a head-to-toe assessment
d) administer oxygen with the appropriate device
Answer d) administer oxygen with the appropriate device
Rationale: While you are assessing circulation, your partner should
address the patient's breathing difficulty by administering high-flow
oxygen immediately. This is a priority intervention for a dyspneic
patient.
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