NREMT 2024 prep 160 questions
1. 1. Normal human body pH range?: 7.35 to 7.45
2. 2. Kidneys' role in pH balance?: Absorb and expel acids
3. 3. Respiratory system's pH control method?: Remove CO2 through expiration
4. 4. Cause of respiratory acidosis?: Inadequate CO2 expulsion
5. 5. Adult's normal breathing rate range?: 12 to 20 breaths per minute
6. 6. Measurement method for OPA?: Mouth to angle of jaw
7. 7. Primary function of CPAP?: Keeps airways open
8. 8. Kussmaul respirations associated with?: Diabetic ketoacidosis
9. 9. Difference: hypoglycemia and ketoacidosis?: Low sugar vs. high sugar
10. 10. Best immediate treatment for heat stroke?: Move to cool area, hydrate
11. 11. Normal oxygen saturation (SpO2) range?: 94-99%
12. 12. Function of bicarbonate in blood?: Neutralize acid
13. 13. Sign of respiratory distress?: Increased breathing rate
14. 14. Primary cause of metabolic acidosis?: Bicarbonate deficiency
15. 15. Sign of effective CPR?: Return of spontaneous circulation
16. 16. Indicator of pneumothorax?: Uneven chest rise
17. 17. Fast heart rate medical term?: Tachycardia
18. 18. Slow breathing rate term?: Bradypnea
19. 19. High blood CO2 condition?: Hypercapnia
20. 20. Low blood oxygen condition?: Hypoxemia
21. 21. Stroke volume's significance?: Blood ejected per beat
22. 22. Main symptom of angina?: Chest pain
23. 23. Defining symptom of asthma?: Wheezing
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, 24. 24. COPD effect on breathing?: Difficulty exhaling
25. 25. Main goal of defibrillation?: Restore normal heartbeat
26. 26. Indication for using nasal cannula?: Mild respiratory distress
27. 27. Non-rebreather mask purpose?: Deliver high O2
28. 28. Bag valve mask (BVM) use?: Ventilate non-breathing patients
29. 29. Primary survey focus?: Life-threatening conditions
30. 30. Secondary survey focus?: Non-life-threatening conditions
31. 31. First step in bleeding control?: Apply direct pressure
32. 32. Shock's initial sign?: Fast heart rate
33. 33. Main cause of septic shock?: Infection
34. 34. Normal capillary refill time?: Less than 2 seconds
35. 35. Sign of dehydration?: Dry mucous membranes
36. 36. Burn affecting only epidermis?: First-degree burn
37. 37. Burn causing blistering?: Second-degree burn
38. 38. Burn destroying all skin layers?: Third-degree burn
39. 39. Indication for spinal immobilization?: Neck or back pain
40. 40. Symptom of hypothermia?: Shivering
41. 41. Hyperthermia's defining sign?: Body temp above 100.4°F
42. 42. Main treatment for anaphylaxis?: Epinephrine
43. 43. Diabetic ketoacidosis hallmark?: Fruity breath
44. 44. First line treatment for MI?: Aspirin
45. 45. Indication for CPR?: No pulse, no breathing
46. 46. Purpose of oral glucose?: Treat hypoglycemia
47. 47. FAST acronym in stroke?: Face, Arm, Speech, Time
48. 48. Primary concern in trauma?: Airway management
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1. 1. Normal human body pH range?: 7.35 to 7.45
2. 2. Kidneys' role in pH balance?: Absorb and expel acids
3. 3. Respiratory system's pH control method?: Remove CO2 through expiration
4. 4. Cause of respiratory acidosis?: Inadequate CO2 expulsion
5. 5. Adult's normal breathing rate range?: 12 to 20 breaths per minute
6. 6. Measurement method for OPA?: Mouth to angle of jaw
7. 7. Primary function of CPAP?: Keeps airways open
8. 8. Kussmaul respirations associated with?: Diabetic ketoacidosis
9. 9. Difference: hypoglycemia and ketoacidosis?: Low sugar vs. high sugar
10. 10. Best immediate treatment for heat stroke?: Move to cool area, hydrate
11. 11. Normal oxygen saturation (SpO2) range?: 94-99%
12. 12. Function of bicarbonate in blood?: Neutralize acid
13. 13. Sign of respiratory distress?: Increased breathing rate
14. 14. Primary cause of metabolic acidosis?: Bicarbonate deficiency
15. 15. Sign of effective CPR?: Return of spontaneous circulation
16. 16. Indicator of pneumothorax?: Uneven chest rise
17. 17. Fast heart rate medical term?: Tachycardia
18. 18. Slow breathing rate term?: Bradypnea
19. 19. High blood CO2 condition?: Hypercapnia
20. 20. Low blood oxygen condition?: Hypoxemia
21. 21. Stroke volume's significance?: Blood ejected per beat
22. 22. Main symptom of angina?: Chest pain
23. 23. Defining symptom of asthma?: Wheezing
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, 24. 24. COPD effect on breathing?: Difficulty exhaling
25. 25. Main goal of defibrillation?: Restore normal heartbeat
26. 26. Indication for using nasal cannula?: Mild respiratory distress
27. 27. Non-rebreather mask purpose?: Deliver high O2
28. 28. Bag valve mask (BVM) use?: Ventilate non-breathing patients
29. 29. Primary survey focus?: Life-threatening conditions
30. 30. Secondary survey focus?: Non-life-threatening conditions
31. 31. First step in bleeding control?: Apply direct pressure
32. 32. Shock's initial sign?: Fast heart rate
33. 33. Main cause of septic shock?: Infection
34. 34. Normal capillary refill time?: Less than 2 seconds
35. 35. Sign of dehydration?: Dry mucous membranes
36. 36. Burn affecting only epidermis?: First-degree burn
37. 37. Burn causing blistering?: Second-degree burn
38. 38. Burn destroying all skin layers?: Third-degree burn
39. 39. Indication for spinal immobilization?: Neck or back pain
40. 40. Symptom of hypothermia?: Shivering
41. 41. Hyperthermia's defining sign?: Body temp above 100.4°F
42. 42. Main treatment for anaphylaxis?: Epinephrine
43. 43. Diabetic ketoacidosis hallmark?: Fruity breath
44. 44. First line treatment for MI?: Aspirin
45. 45. Indication for CPR?: No pulse, no breathing
46. 46. Purpose of oral glucose?: Treat hypoglycemia
47. 47. FAST acronym in stroke?: Face, Arm, Speech, Time
48. 48. Primary concern in trauma?: Airway management
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