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A series of emergency medical scenarios and procedures that a healthcare professional or first responder may encounter. It covers a wide range of topics, including airway management, cardiac care, trauma assessment, and obstetric emergencies. The document tests the reader's knowledge and decision-making skills by presenting multiple-choice questions related to the appropriate actions and interventions for each scenario. By analyzing this document, one can gain insights into the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required in emergency medical situations, as well as the importance of adhering to established protocols and guidelines. This information could be valuable for students pursuing careers in fields such as emergency medicine, nursing, or paramedicine, as well as for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in emergency care.
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A patient has been taking pain medication for several months. To maintain the desired effect, they must periodically increase his dose. What is this known as? A. Cumulative effect B. Tolerance C. Synergism D. Additive effect ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Tolerance A 70 year old male with a history of CHF complains of severe dyspnea. During transport his SpO2 drops to 76% and he starts to cough up pink sputum. What should you do? A. Assist his ventilations B. Increase the flow of oxygen C. Administer 40mg of Lasix IVP D. Perform a 12 lead EKG ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Assist his ventilations A 47 year old, 98 kg male has burns on 25% of his body. In the first 8 hours post-burn, what fluid treatment should he recieve? A. 9800 ml of normal saline (NS). B. 4900 ml of normal saline (NS). C. 4900 ml of lactated ringers (LR). D. 9800 ml of lactated ringers (LR). ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- C. 4900 ml of lactated ringers (LR).
What is the correct dosage of ipratropium bromide during an asthma attack? A. 0.3-0.5 mg, subcutaneously B. 250 mg, by nebulizer C. 0.5 mg, by nebulizer D. 0.25 mg, subcutaneously ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. 0. mg, by nebulizer What structure contains the respiratory center of the brain? A. Cerebrum B. Cerebellum C. Pons D. Medulla ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Medulla What is the movement of drugs in the body as they are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted called? A. Biotransformation B. Pharmacokinetics C. The mechanism of action D. Pharmacodynamics ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Pharmacokinetics Which cranial nerve is responsible for sensation in the face? A. VII B. V C. VIII D. II ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. V A known alcoholic is unresponsive and coughing up bright, red blood. Which of the following would be contraindicated? A. Dual lumen airway
D. Atrial complex. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. QRS complex. What should you do when you suspect child abuse? A. Question the parent about the events leading to the injury. B. Remove the child from the abuser's care. C. Confirm your suspicions of abuse. D. Report your suspicions to the appropriate authorities. ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Report your suspicions to the appropriate authorities. What type of pain allows an examiner to pinpoint the area of irritation? A. Somatic B. Visceral C. Referred D. Parietal ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Somatic What class of medication causes the uterus to contract? A. Antipyretics B. Oxytocics C. Antihistamines D. Steriods ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Oxytocics What is the innermost layer of the heart? A. Hypercardium B. Endocardium C. Myocardium D. Epicardium ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Endocardium
A 25 year old female is found lying in the shrubs on a college campus. Her clothing is torn and she is covered in dirt. She does not remember how she got there and cannot answer all of your questions. What should you do? A. Perform a detailed assessment B. Check her blood glucose C. Call for police assistance D. Notify her parents ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Call for police assistance A 57 year old male complains of bleeding with defecation. He claims no significant medical history, has had no recent illness, and takes no medications. What should you suspect? A. Pancreatitis B. Viral gastroenteritis C. Ulcerative colitis D. Cholecystitis ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Ulcerative colitis Where in the respiratory system does gas exchange occur? A. Alveoli B. Bronchioles C. Pharynx D. Larynx ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Alveoli What is the study of the drug receptor interaction called? A. Pharmacology B. Physiology C. Pharmacodynamics D. Pharmacokinetics ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C. Pharmacodynamics What are the primary ions involved in action potential synthesis and transmission?
D. Hering-Breuer reflex ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Hering- Breuer reflex A 72 year old female woke with dyspnea. Crackles are audible to her scapulae bilaterally. She is coughing frothy pink sputum. Vital signs are BP 158/98, P 128, R 8. What should you do to improve her minute volume? A. Administer nitroglycerin 0.4 mg sublingual B. Administer furosemide 1 mg/kg IV at 20 mg/min C. Intubate and ventilate with a BVM D. Provide oxygen by non-rebreather mask ------CORRECT ANSWER------- --------C. Intubate and ventilate with a BVM A 55 year old female was in a motor vehicle crash. She starts vomiting while you attempt to nasotracheally intubate her. What should you do? A. Remove the tube and use an ET tube. B. Auscultate breath sounds over the lungs and epigastrium. C. Remove the tube and clear the airway. D. Attempt to intubate through her other nostril. ------CORRECT ANSWER-- -------------C. Remove the tube and clear the airway. A 43 year old patient was struck in the chest and has a large bruise over her sternum. She states that her heart "feels like it is beating funny. The 3 lead ECG shows sinus tachycardia with ST elevation and frequent unifocal premature ventricular contractions (PVCs). Vital signs are BP 108/80, P 124 and irregular, R 22. What medication should you administer? A. Adenosine, 6 mg over five minutes B. Amiodarone, 150 mg over 10 minutes C. Lidocaine, 1.0 mg/kg over 10 minutes D. Magnesium, 1.5 mg over 5 minutes ------CORRECT ANSWER------------- --B. Amiodarone, 150 mg over 10 minutes
A 30 year old female is delivering a newborn. Which areas of the newborn's head should you avoid touching? A. Eyes and jaw B. Mouth and fontanelles C. Mouth and nose D. Eyes and fontanelles ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D. Eyes and fontanelles What does asymmetrical chest wall movement that weakens respiratory efficiency indicate? A. Flail chest B. Pneumothorax C. Tracheal obstruction D. Air embolism ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Flail chest You have received an order for a dopamine drip. You carry 500cc bags of D5W. How much dopamine should you add to the bag to create a 1600mcg/1mL dilution? A. 800mg B. 1600mcg C. 1600mg D. 400mcg ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. 800 mg During the absolute refractory period, what happens to the cardiac cell? A. It is unable to be stimulated. B. The cell is vulnerable to partial stimulation. C. Potassium is being pumped out of the cell. D. Calcium has just rushed into the cell. ------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ----A. It is unable to be stimulated. A 29 year old female fell from an 18 foot roof. During your rapid trauma assessment, where are you most likely to find life-threatening injuries?
D. Facilitated diffusion ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A. Active transport
D. Psychological trauma ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B. Extra chromosome