FREC 3 COMPREHENSIVE
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. When assessing a patient using the C-ABCDE approach, what does the ‘C’ stand for in the
context of major trauma?
A. Catastrophic Hemorrhage
B. Circulation
C. Cervical Spine
D. Consciousness
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In major trauma, the priority is to identify and control
catastrophic external bleeding before proceeding to the airway (C-ABCDE).
2. What is the recommended compression depth for an adult during Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR)?
A. 5-6 cm
B. 3-4 cm
,C. 7-8 cm
D. At least one third of the chest depth
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend a
depth of 5-6 cm for adult chest compressions.
3. Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of a Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA)?
A. Presence of a gag reflex
B. Obese patient
C. Trismus (clenched jaw)
D. Suspected basal skull fracture
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: A suspected basal skull fracture is a contraindication for NPA as
the tube could potentially enter the cranial vault.
4. When using a Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) on an adult, what is the ideal oxygen flow rate to
provide maximum concentration?
A. 5 Litres per minute
B. 10 Litres per minute
C. 15 Litres per minute
, D. 2-4 Litres per minute
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: To ensure the reservoir bag remains inflated and provides high-
concentration oxygen, 15 L/min is standard.
5. In the METHANE acronym for reporting major incidents, what does the ‘E’ stand for?
A. Estimated casualties
B. Emergency Services required
C. Exact Location
D. Environmental hazards
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: METHANE stands for Major incident, Exact location, Type of
incident, Hazards, Access, Number/type of casualties, and Emergency services required.
6. A patient presenting with a ‘stabbing’ chest pain that worsens on inspiration and a cough is
likely suffering from:
A. Myocardial Infarction
B. Pleuritic Pain
C. Angina Pectoris
D. Aortic Dissection
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
1. When assessing a patient using the C-ABCDE approach, what does the ‘C’ stand for in the
context of major trauma?
A. Catastrophic Hemorrhage
B. Circulation
C. Cervical Spine
D. Consciousness
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: In major trauma, the priority is to identify and control
catastrophic external bleeding before proceeding to the airway (C-ABCDE).
2. What is the recommended compression depth for an adult during Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR)?
A. 5-6 cm
B. 3-4 cm
,C. 7-8 cm
D. At least one third of the chest depth
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Current UK Resuscitation Council guidelines recommend a
depth of 5-6 cm for adult chest compressions.
3. Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of a Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA)?
A. Presence of a gag reflex
B. Obese patient
C. Trismus (clenched jaw)
D. Suspected basal skull fracture
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: A suspected basal skull fracture is a contraindication for NPA as
the tube could potentially enter the cranial vault.
4. When using a Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) on an adult, what is the ideal oxygen flow rate to
provide maximum concentration?
A. 5 Litres per minute
B. 10 Litres per minute
C. 15 Litres per minute
, D. 2-4 Litres per minute
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: To ensure the reservoir bag remains inflated and provides high-
concentration oxygen, 15 L/min is standard.
5. In the METHANE acronym for reporting major incidents, what does the ‘E’ stand for?
A. Estimated casualties
B. Emergency Services required
C. Exact Location
D. Environmental hazards
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: METHANE stands for Major incident, Exact location, Type of
incident, Hazards, Access, Number/type of casualties, and Emergency services required.
6. A patient presenting with a ‘stabbing’ chest pain that worsens on inspiration and a cough is
likely suffering from:
A. Myocardial Infarction
B. Pleuritic Pain
C. Angina Pectoris
D. Aortic Dissection
