2024 JBL EMT EXAM 3 CHAP 14-18
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Solid abdominal organs include the:
A) stomach and small intestine.
B) spleen, kidneys, and pancreas.
C) gallbladder and large intestine.
D) urinary bladder, colon, and ureters. - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
Which of the following organs would MOST likely bleed profusely if injured?
A) Liver
B) Stomach
C) Appendix
D) Gallbladder - CORRECT-ANSWERSA
Injury to a hollow abdominal organ would MOST likely result in:
A) pain secondary to blood in the peritoneum.
B) profound shock due to severe internal bleeding.
C) impairment in the blood's clotting abilities.
D) leakage of contents into the abdominal cavity. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Functions of the liver include:
A) absorption of nutrients and toxins.
B) secretion of bile and filtration of toxic substances.
C) production of hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.
D) release of amylase, which breaks down starches into sugar. Page 13 -
CORRECT-ANSWERSB
Which of the following organs assists in the filtration of blood, serves as a
blood reservoir, and produces antibodies?
A) Liver
B) Kidney
C) Spleen
D) Pancreas - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
The kidneys help to regulate blood pressure by:
A) retaining key electrolytes, such as potassium.
B) eliminating toxic waste products from the body.
C) removing sodium and water from the body.
D) accommodating a large amount of blood volume. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
,The parietal peritoneum lines the:
A) retroperitoneal space.
B) lungs and chest cavity.
C) walls of the abdominal cavity.
D) surface of the abdominal organs. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
In contrast to the parietal peritoneum, the visceral peritoneum:
A) is supplied by the same nerves from the spinal cord that supply the skin of
the abdomen.
B) lines the walls of the abdominal cavity and is stimulated when the solid
abdominal organs contract.
C) is less likely to become inflamed or infected because it lines the
abdominal organs themselves.
D) is supplied by nerves of the autonomic nervous system, which are less
able to localize pain or sensation. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Which of the following is characteristic of peptic ulcer disease (PUD)?
A) The passage of bright red blood in the stool or coughing up blood
B) Symptom relief after taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
C) Sharp pain that is typically located in both lower abdominal quadrants
D) Burning or pain in the stomach that subsides immediately after eating -
CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Chronic renal failure is a condition that:
A) can be reversed with prompt treatment.
B) occurs from conditions such as dehydration.
C) is often caused by hypertension or diabetes.
D) causes dehydration from excessive urination. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
A strangulated hernia is one that:
A) spontaneously reduces without any surgical intervention.
B) can be pushed back into the body cavity to which it belongs.
C) is reducible if surgical intervention occurs within 2 hours.
D) loses its blood supply due to compression by local tissues. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSD
A 60-year-old female presents with a tearing sensation in her lower back. Her
skin is sweaty and she is tachycardic. The EMT should suspect:
A) kidney stones.
B) aortic aneurysm.
C) strangulated hernia.
D) acute pancreatitis. Page 14 - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
The MOST important treatment for a patient with severe abdominal pain and
signs of shock is:
A) administering high-flow oxygen.
, B) giving oral fluids to maintain perfusion.
C) transporting the patient without delay.
D) positioning the patient on his or her side. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
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) perform a head-to-toe secondary assessment.
B) assess her oxygen saturation and blood pressure.
C) retrieve the stretcher and prepare for transport.
D) administer oxygen with the appropriate device. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
In addition to looking for severe bleeding, assessment of circulation in the
conscious patient should involve:
A) palpating the carotid pulse to determine the approximate rate and
checking capillary refill time.
B) taking a blood pressure and determining if the patient is alert and
oriented or confused.
C) applying a pulse oximeter probe to the finger to determine if peripheral
perfusion is adequate.
D) checking the radial pulse and noting the color, temperature, and condition
of the skin. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
When caring for a patient who takes numerous medications, it is best to:
A) document the medications on your patient care report, but leave them at
home so they do not get misplaced.
B) take all of the patient's medications with you to the hospital and
document them on your patient care report.
C) send the patient's medications to the hospital with a family member or
other person who will safeguard them.
D) let the hospital staff retrieve the patient's medical records, which should
show a list of his or her current medications. - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
The secondary assessment of a medical patient:
A) should routinely include a comprehensive examination from head to toe.
B) should be performed at the scene, especially if the patient is critically ill.
C) is not practical if the patient is critically ill or your transport time is short.
D) is typically limited to a focused exam for patients who are unconscious. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSC
When performing a secondary assessment on a conscious patient with
nontraumatic abdominal pain and stable vital signs, you should:
A) focus on his or her chief complaint.
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Solid abdominal organs include the:
A) stomach and small intestine.
B) spleen, kidneys, and pancreas.
C) gallbladder and large intestine.
D) urinary bladder, colon, and ureters. - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
Which of the following organs would MOST likely bleed profusely if injured?
A) Liver
B) Stomach
C) Appendix
D) Gallbladder - CORRECT-ANSWERSA
Injury to a hollow abdominal organ would MOST likely result in:
A) pain secondary to blood in the peritoneum.
B) profound shock due to severe internal bleeding.
C) impairment in the blood's clotting abilities.
D) leakage of contents into the abdominal cavity. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Functions of the liver include:
A) absorption of nutrients and toxins.
B) secretion of bile and filtration of toxic substances.
C) production of hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.
D) release of amylase, which breaks down starches into sugar. Page 13 -
CORRECT-ANSWERSB
Which of the following organs assists in the filtration of blood, serves as a
blood reservoir, and produces antibodies?
A) Liver
B) Kidney
C) Spleen
D) Pancreas - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
The kidneys help to regulate blood pressure by:
A) retaining key electrolytes, such as potassium.
B) eliminating toxic waste products from the body.
C) removing sodium and water from the body.
D) accommodating a large amount of blood volume. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
,The parietal peritoneum lines the:
A) retroperitoneal space.
B) lungs and chest cavity.
C) walls of the abdominal cavity.
D) surface of the abdominal organs. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
In contrast to the parietal peritoneum, the visceral peritoneum:
A) is supplied by the same nerves from the spinal cord that supply the skin of
the abdomen.
B) lines the walls of the abdominal cavity and is stimulated when the solid
abdominal organs contract.
C) is less likely to become inflamed or infected because it lines the
abdominal organs themselves.
D) is supplied by nerves of the autonomic nervous system, which are less
able to localize pain or sensation. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Which of the following is characteristic of peptic ulcer disease (PUD)?
A) The passage of bright red blood in the stool or coughing up blood
B) Symptom relief after taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
C) Sharp pain that is typically located in both lower abdominal quadrants
D) Burning or pain in the stomach that subsides immediately after eating -
CORRECT-ANSWERSD
Chronic renal failure is a condition that:
A) can be reversed with prompt treatment.
B) occurs from conditions such as dehydration.
C) is often caused by hypertension or diabetes.
D) causes dehydration from excessive urination. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
A strangulated hernia is one that:
A) spontaneously reduces without any surgical intervention.
B) can be pushed back into the body cavity to which it belongs.
C) is reducible if surgical intervention occurs within 2 hours.
D) loses its blood supply due to compression by local tissues. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSD
A 60-year-old female presents with a tearing sensation in her lower back. Her
skin is sweaty and she is tachycardic. The EMT should suspect:
A) kidney stones.
B) aortic aneurysm.
C) strangulated hernia.
D) acute pancreatitis. Page 14 - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
The MOST important treatment for a patient with severe abdominal pain and
signs of shock is:
A) administering high-flow oxygen.
, B) giving oral fluids to maintain perfusion.
C) transporting the patient without delay.
D) positioning the patient on his or her side. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC
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) perform a head-to-toe secondary assessment.
B) assess her oxygen saturation and blood pressure.
C) retrieve the stretcher and prepare for transport.
D) administer oxygen with the appropriate device. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
In addition to looking for severe bleeding, assessment of circulation in the
conscious patient should involve:
A) palpating the carotid pulse to determine the approximate rate and
checking capillary refill time.
B) taking a blood pressure and determining if the patient is alert and
oriented or confused.
C) applying a pulse oximeter probe to the finger to determine if peripheral
perfusion is adequate.
D) checking the radial pulse and noting the color, temperature, and condition
of the skin. - CORRECT-ANSWERSD
When caring for a patient who takes numerous medications, it is best to:
A) document the medications on your patient care report, but leave them at
home so they do not get misplaced.
B) take all of the patient's medications with you to the hospital and
document them on your patient care report.
C) send the patient's medications to the hospital with a family member or
other person who will safeguard them.
D) let the hospital staff retrieve the patient's medical records, which should
show a list of his or her current medications. - CORRECT-ANSWERSB
The secondary assessment of a medical patient:
A) should routinely include a comprehensive examination from head to toe.
B) should be performed at the scene, especially if the patient is critically ill.
C) is not practical if the patient is critically ill or your transport time is short.
D) is typically limited to a focused exam for patients who are unconscious. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSC
When performing a secondary assessment on a conscious patient with
nontraumatic abdominal pain and stable vital signs, you should:
A) focus on his or her chief complaint.
