FREC 3 CERTIFICATION PRACTICE
EXAM 2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. When conducting a primary survey on a trauma patient, what does the ‘C’ in the ABCDE
mnemonic represent?
A. Circulation
B. Cardiac Output
C. Capillary Refill
D. Catastrophic Hemorrhage
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: In trauma management, the initial ‘C’ refers to Catastrophic
Hemorrhage, which must be addressed before the airway to prevent rapid exsanguination.
2. Which of the following is the most definitive sign of a tension pneumothorax?
A. Bradycardia
B. Equal breath sounds on both sides
C. Hypertension
,D. Tracheal deviation away from the affected side
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Tracheal deviation is a late but definitive clinical sign of tension
pneumothorax, occurring as pressure shifts the mediastinum.
3. What is the recommended compression depth for an adult during Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR)?
A. 2-3 cm
B. 3-4 cm
C. 5-6 cm
D. 7-8 cm
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: UK Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend a compression
depth of 5-6 cm for adults to ensure adequate blood flow.
4. A patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction requires the administration of Adrenaline.
What is the standard adult dose via an auto-injector?
A. 150 micrograms
B. 300 micrograms
C. 1 milligram
D. 500 micrograms
, Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The standard adult dose for intramuscular Adrenaline in
anaphylaxis is 500 micrograms (0.5mg), though some auto-injectors come in 300mcg
versions for junior/adult use.
5. In the ‘ATMIST’ handover tool, what does the ‘M’ stand for?
A. Mechanism of injury
B. Medications given
C. Medical history
D. Monitoring frequency
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: ATMIST stands for Age, Time, Mechanism of injury, Injuries,
Signs/Symptoms, and Treatment.
6. Which heart rhythm is considered ‘shockable’ by an Automated External Defibrillator
(AED)?
A. Asystole
B. Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)
C. Ventricular Fibrillation (VF)
D. Sinus Bradycardia
Answer: C
EXAM 2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. When conducting a primary survey on a trauma patient, what does the ‘C’ in the ABCDE
mnemonic represent?
A. Circulation
B. Cardiac Output
C. Capillary Refill
D. Catastrophic Hemorrhage
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: In trauma management, the initial ‘C’ refers to Catastrophic
Hemorrhage, which must be addressed before the airway to prevent rapid exsanguination.
2. Which of the following is the most definitive sign of a tension pneumothorax?
A. Bradycardia
B. Equal breath sounds on both sides
C. Hypertension
,D. Tracheal deviation away from the affected side
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Tracheal deviation is a late but definitive clinical sign of tension
pneumothorax, occurring as pressure shifts the mediastinum.
3. What is the recommended compression depth for an adult during Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR)?
A. 2-3 cm
B. 3-4 cm
C. 5-6 cm
D. 7-8 cm
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: UK Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend a compression
depth of 5-6 cm for adults to ensure adequate blood flow.
4. A patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction requires the administration of Adrenaline.
What is the standard adult dose via an auto-injector?
A. 150 micrograms
B. 300 micrograms
C. 1 milligram
D. 500 micrograms
, Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The standard adult dose for intramuscular Adrenaline in
anaphylaxis is 500 micrograms (0.5mg), though some auto-injectors come in 300mcg
versions for junior/adult use.
5. In the ‘ATMIST’ handover tool, what does the ‘M’ stand for?
A. Mechanism of injury
B. Medications given
C. Medical history
D. Monitoring frequency
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: ATMIST stands for Age, Time, Mechanism of injury, Injuries,
Signs/Symptoms, and Treatment.
6. Which heart rhythm is considered ‘shockable’ by an Automated External Defibrillator
(AED)?
A. Asystole
B. Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)
C. Ventricular Fibrillation (VF)
D. Sinus Bradycardia
Answer: C
