AMLS Test With complete solu on Latest 2025/2026
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What condi on is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - Correct Answers In larger doses
narco cs induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95
A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become
progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding
will help narrow your differen al diagnosis to pericardi s? - Correct Answers 12 lead ECG will
demonstrate global ST-segment eleva on in almost every lead. AMLS Page 128
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is ac vated to cause
a/an: - Correct Answers This selec ve perfusion occurs during the ischemic phase of shock.
AMLS Page 146 (To stop kidneys from excre ng fluid and keeping it in the vasculature, therefore
increasing BP)
lntrabdominal bleeds, like pancrea s, o>en present with discolora on or bruising around the
umbilicus. This physical exam finding is known as: - Correct Answers Cullen's sign is a blue
discolora on around the umbilicus. AMLS Page 235
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus? - Correct
Answers Clear breath sounds with tachypnea.
Signs and Symptoms AMLS Page 113
A 50 year old female has called 911. She complains of shortness of breath and chest.
discomfort. Assessment reveals her skin
is pale, moist and cool. BP is 102/68, R 24, labored with crackles, P of 130 and regular. Which
type of shock is most likely occurring? - Correct Answers The pa ent's respiratory rate is
increased, and crackles caused by pulmonary edema can be heard on ausculta on.
Cardiogenic Shock Signs and Symptoms.
, AMLS Page 164
Pa ents with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are
likely to have which condi on? - Correct Answers Elements of pa ent history that suggest PE
include acute onset of shortness of breath. AMLS Page 114
An elderly pa ent with a 1 week history of produc ve cough and wheezing no ces an increase
in difficulty in breathing when grocery shopping. Further assessment reveals pursed lip
breathing, rhonchi, and minimal jugular vein disten on. Which diagnosis should the healthcare
provider suspect? - Correct Answers Signs and Symptoms of COPD. AMLS Page 85
A 45 year old pa ent is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils,
shallow respira ons and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of ac on should be
implemented next? - Correct Answers This is self explanatory (Suc on Airway)
A 20 year old female presents with a 2-day history of dyspnea, non-produc ve cough, chest
ghtness audible wheezing. Further exam reveals no fever or strider. The pa ent has rapid
respira ons with difficulty exhaling. Which diagnosis is most likely? - Correct Answers These
are textbook signs of asthma
Signs and Symptoms.AMLS Page 83
Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? - Correct Answers The
cutaneous reac on may be observed as flushed, warm skin resul ng from vasodila on and
u carea. AMLS Page 162
An elderly pa ent is receiving care at home while recupera ng from recent knee surgery. She
developed post a opera ve infec on and has been on an bio cs for quite some me. She is
complaining of foul smelling diarrhea, and abdominal cramping and loss of appe te. Based on
this presenta on, the provider should suspect? - Correct Answers Signs and Symptoms
Pa ents with this illness have diarrhea that is not bloody but has a characteris c foul odor.
Abdominal pain and cramping are present in about 22% of pa ents. AMLS Page 319 (C-DIFF)
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What condi on is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - Correct Answers In larger doses
narco cs induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95
A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become
progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding
will help narrow your differen al diagnosis to pericardi s? - Correct Answers 12 lead ECG will
demonstrate global ST-segment eleva on in almost every lead. AMLS Page 128
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is ac vated to cause
a/an: - Correct Answers This selec ve perfusion occurs during the ischemic phase of shock.
AMLS Page 146 (To stop kidneys from excre ng fluid and keeping it in the vasculature, therefore
increasing BP)
lntrabdominal bleeds, like pancrea s, o>en present with discolora on or bruising around the
umbilicus. This physical exam finding is known as: - Correct Answers Cullen's sign is a blue
discolora on around the umbilicus. AMLS Page 235
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus? - Correct
Answers Clear breath sounds with tachypnea.
Signs and Symptoms AMLS Page 113
A 50 year old female has called 911. She complains of shortness of breath and chest.
discomfort. Assessment reveals her skin
is pale, moist and cool. BP is 102/68, R 24, labored with crackles, P of 130 and regular. Which
type of shock is most likely occurring? - Correct Answers The pa ent's respiratory rate is
increased, and crackles caused by pulmonary edema can be heard on ausculta on.
Cardiogenic Shock Signs and Symptoms.
, AMLS Page 164
Pa ents with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are
likely to have which condi on? - Correct Answers Elements of pa ent history that suggest PE
include acute onset of shortness of breath. AMLS Page 114
An elderly pa ent with a 1 week history of produc ve cough and wheezing no ces an increase
in difficulty in breathing when grocery shopping. Further assessment reveals pursed lip
breathing, rhonchi, and minimal jugular vein disten on. Which diagnosis should the healthcare
provider suspect? - Correct Answers Signs and Symptoms of COPD. AMLS Page 85
A 45 year old pa ent is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils,
shallow respira ons and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of ac on should be
implemented next? - Correct Answers This is self explanatory (Suc on Airway)
A 20 year old female presents with a 2-day history of dyspnea, non-produc ve cough, chest
ghtness audible wheezing. Further exam reveals no fever or strider. The pa ent has rapid
respira ons with difficulty exhaling. Which diagnosis is most likely? - Correct Answers These
are textbook signs of asthma
Signs and Symptoms.AMLS Page 83
Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? - Correct Answers The
cutaneous reac on may be observed as flushed, warm skin resul ng from vasodila on and
u carea. AMLS Page 162
An elderly pa ent is receiving care at home while recupera ng from recent knee surgery. She
developed post a opera ve infec on and has been on an bio cs for quite some me. She is
complaining of foul smelling diarrhea, and abdominal cramping and loss of appe te. Based on
this presenta on, the provider should suspect? - Correct Answers Signs and Symptoms
Pa ents with this illness have diarrhea that is not bloody but has a characteris c foul odor.
Abdominal pain and cramping are present in about 22% of pa ents. AMLS Page 319 (C-DIFF)
