Emergency Medical Care

All of the following fall under the category of OPIM EXCEPT:

All of the following fall under the category of OPIM EXCEPT:

All of the following fall under the category of OPIM EXCEPT:
 
  A) synovial fluid. B) amniotic fluid. C) blood. D) CSF.

Question 2

_______________________ causes are behavioral pro

AymanAbdelhDY   17   1 Reply

suncs

Which of the following methods is useful in determining gestational age of the newborn?

Which of the following methods is useful in determining gestational age of the newborn?

Which of the following methods is useful in determining gestational age of the newborn?
 
  a. Dubowitz
  b. Adams
  c. Apgar
  d. Perkinson


Q. 2  You notice in the chart of an infant

Silvertxpia   18   2 Replies

Silvertxpia

You are on a snowmobiling trip with friends when you see members of the lead group hollering and ...

You are on a snowmobiling trip with friends when you see members of the lead group hollering and ...

You are on a snowmobiling trip with friends when you see members of the lead group hollering and waving their hands up ahead. When you get to the scene you note that the lead rider apparently did not see a chain across the road, and he struck the cha

dakota98   18   1 Reply

Vickyhung

Which of the following is controlled by the levels of CO2 and O2 in the blood and cerebrospinal ...

Which of the following is controlled by the levels of CO2 and O2 in the blood and cerebrospinal ...

Which of the following is controlled by the levels of CO2 and O2 in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid?
 
  A) Ventilation
  B) Respiration
  C) Cardiac output
  D) Inspiration

Question

tere   19   1 Reply

amierivera

An adult female is found unresponsive after being shot in the chest. Which one of the following AEMT ...

An adult female is found unresponsive after being shot in the chest. Which one of the following AEMT ...

An adult female is found unresponsive after being shot in the chest. Which one of the following AEMT statements about this patient is of MOST concern?
 
  A) She does not have any jugular venous distention.
  B) I see an entry wound b

juhuyh   19   3 Replies

kamehameha2014

Within the heart the cycle consisting of the movement of ions and the associated differences in ...

Within the heart the cycle consisting of the movement of ions and the associated differences in ...

Within the heart the cycle consisting of the movement of ions and the associated differences in electrical charge across the cell membranes is called the: A) diastole.
 
  A) diastole.
  B) systole.
  C) sodium action pump.

Ebridges85   19   1 Reply

amira

What is the heart rate shown on the following ECG?

What is the heart rate shown on the following ECG?

What is the heart rate shown on the following ECG?
 
  a. 60 c. 90
  b. 78 d. 100


Q. 2  The QRS vector appears downward in which of the following electrocardiogram leads?
 
  a. II c.

lyss96   20   2 Replies

lyss96

Which of the following ventilation methods is recommended because it provides the most effective ...

Which of the following ventilation methods is recommended because it provides the most effective ...

Which of the following ventilation methods is recommended because it provides the most effective ventilations?
 
  a. Use of a bag-valve mask (BVM) with reservoir attached, receiving air, by two OEC Technicians
  b. Use of a BVM with

hannah415   20   1 Reply

Crippyleaf

A competent patient of legal age has the right to decide what health care he does not wish to ...

A competent patient of legal age has the right to decide what health care he does not wish to ...

A competent patient of legal age has the right to decide what health care he does not wish to receive. To exercise this right, a patient must have:
 
  a. an attorney present to witness the patient's decision.
  b. an advance directiv

Rnaprh   20   1 Reply

Mansi

ECMO is not an option as a bridge to transplant. (True or false?)

ECMO is not an option as a bridge to transplant. (True or false?)

ECMO is not an option as a bridge to transplant.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Q. 2  What is the major difference between weaning a patient off of VA ECMO and VV ECMO?
 

mkatz1986   21   2 Replies

mkatz1986

What term is used to describe the shadows seen on the chest film when the alveoli fill with pus, ...

What term is used to describe the shadows seen on the chest film when the alveoli fill with pus, ...

What term is used to describe the shadows seen on the chest film when the alveoli fill with pus, fluid, or blood?
 
  a. Consolidates
  b. Infiltrates
  c. Alveolar lesions
  d. Densities


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rylie4.4   21   2 Replies

rylie4.4

Tourniquets: (Multiple Choice)

Tourniquets: (Multiple Choice)

Tourniquets:
 
  A) are applied proximately and as close to the bleeding wound as possible.
  B) should be applied distal to the elbow or knee.
  C) should be applied to the proximal arterial pulse points.
  D) are best cove

Najmnour   21   1 Reply

shallonn__

Your patient is a 64-year-old man with a recurrent case of herpes. He has called 911 because he has ...

Your patient is a 64-year-old man with a recurrent case of herpes. He has called 911 because he has ...

Your patient is a 64-year-old man with a recurrent case of herpes. He has called 911 because he has raised, red lesions scattered around his stomach and back. His medical history includes taking medications for gout. Which of the following should you

asabino   21   1 Reply

letsdothis545

An elderly woman has fallen and is complaining of left hip pain. As you approach, you note that she ...

An elderly woman has fallen and is complaining of left hip pain. As you approach, you note that she ...

An elderly woman has fallen and is complaining of left hip pain. As you approach, you note that she is on her back and her left leg is turned inward. When relaying this information to the hospital staff, which of the following statements should you m

sneakykitti   21   1 Reply

jhgfdsa

You respond to a warehouse for a report of a person shot in the abdomen near the hip area. Which of ...

You respond to a warehouse for a report of a person shot in the abdomen near the hip area. Which of ...

You respond to a warehouse for a report of a person shot in the abdomen near the hip area. Which of the following would be MOST appropriate when you describe the wound on your PCR?
 
  A) GSW to the LLQ
  B) Wound to the LLQ
  C)

hannah415   21   1 Reply

Tkonrye

Which of the following situations is not an indication for the use of restraints?

Which of the following situations is not an indication for the use of restraints?

Which of the following situations is not an indication for the use of restraints?
 
  a. The patient is in imminent danger of harming himself.
  b. The patient is alert, rational, and refuses medical care.
  c. Others present are

courtney4264   21   1 Reply

leticia1977

Some plants can have very toxic effects on the body but can act medicinally when given in measured ...

Some plants can have very toxic effects on the body but can act medicinally when given in measured ...

Some plants can have very toxic effects on the body but can act medicinally when given in measured doses. Which of the following is not an example of such plants?
 
  a. Belladonna
  b. Castor oil
  c. Monkshood
  d. Foxglov

tifoanug   21   1 Reply

dwood775

When performing a primary assessment, the first evidence that the body may be in shock is:

When performing a primary assessment, the first evidence that the body may be in shock is:

When performing a primary assessment, the first evidence that the body may be in shock is:
 
  a. skin that is warm and diaphoretic.
  b. a radial pulse of over 100 beats per minute.
  c. hypertension.
  d. a slowed respirat

bessieboo97   21   1 Reply

fayez_83

You are called for a 20-year-old college student respiratory distress. Of the following information, ...

You are called for a 20-year-old college student respiratory distress. Of the following information, ...

You are called for a 20-year-old college student respiratory distress. Of the following information, which would MOST likely indicate a possible pneumothorax?
 
  A) He has had a fever and coughing for two or three days.
  B) He has j

Eminoa   21   1 Reply

npandelos1

_____ are thick walled and muscular, and usually carry oxygenated blood.

_____ are thick walled and muscular, and usually carry oxygenated blood.

_____ are thick walled and muscular, and usually carry oxygenated blood.
 
  a. Veins
  b. Valves
  c. Arteries
  d. Capillaries

Question 2

Tuberculosis is caused by:

mrs.anderson   21   1 Reply

qurat.ain46

Therapists-driven protocols are used to:

Therapists-driven protocols are used to:

Therapists-driven protocols are used to:
 
  a. extend the length of stay.
  b. allocate and titrate respiratory care ser-vices.
  c. resist automation of treatment based on patient data.
  d. avoid confrontation with nurses

unistudentguy   22   1 Reply

raven2ill

You are on the scene of an accident where patients are exhibiting the following symptoms: ...

You are on the scene of an accident where patients are exhibiting the following symptoms: ...

You are on the scene of an accident where patients are exhibiting the following symptoms: respiratory distress, burning of the eyes and other mucous membranes, coughing, nausea, and vomiting. What type of chemical weapon might be suspected?
 

ornobtizzi   22   2 Replies

ornobtizzi

Which of the following is CORRECT regarding stroke volume?

Which of the following is CORRECT regarding stroke volume?

Which of the following is CORRECT regarding stroke volume?
 
  A) Tachycardia over 150 bpm increases stroke volume.
  B) Stroke volume fails to compensate if the heart rate falls under 50 bpm.
  C) Stroke volume has no effect on

bonge4379   22   1 Reply

zika123

Which of the following groups believe that illness is a result of karma?

Which of the following groups believe that illness is a result of karma?

Which of the following groups believe that illness is a result of karma?
 
  A) Muslims
  B) Buddhist
  C) Judaism
  D) Hindus

Question 2

Which of the following is th

bonge4379   22   2 Replies

bonge4379

A patient for whom you recently provided care stops by to thank you. He reports that he was ...

A patient for whom you recently provided care stops by to thank you. He reports that he was ...

A patient for whom you recently provided care stops by to thank you. He reports that he was diagnosed with a strain to his lower right leg. Which of the following structures is the primary structure affected in that injury?
 
  a. A joint

Liomustafa   22   1 Reply

Lauraem32

Which of the following statements is the best tip for artificially ventilating a patient using a ...

Which of the following statements is the best tip for artificially ventilating a patient using a ...

Which of the following statements is the best tip for artificially ventilating a patient using a bag-valve mask?
 
  a. If the patient has dentures, remove them so that a better mask-to-face seal can be achieved.
  b. It is important

qwerqwerqer   22   2 Replies

qwerqwerqer

Which one of the following indicates the CORRECT documentation of a pulse oximetry reading on the ...

Which one of the following indicates the CORRECT documentation of a pulse oximetry reading on the ...

Which one of the following indicates the CORRECT documentation of a pulse oximetry reading on the prehospital care report?
 
  A) 97percent SpO2
  B) 97percent O2
  C) 97percent PO2
  D) 97percent PO

Liomustafa   22   1 Reply

prattasi

Which of the following is included in the purposes of Telemedicine?

Which of the following is included in the purposes of Telemedicine?

Which of the following is included in the purposes of Telemedicine?
 
  a. e-mailing test results to patients.
  b. Support health care at a geographically different location from the patient to in-crease access to specialty care.

2goodgabe   23   3 Replies

NELS

For every liquid there is a temperature above which the kinetic activity of its molecules is so ...

For every liquid there is a temperature above which the kinetic activity of its molecules is so ...

For every liquid there is a temperature above which the kinetic activity of its molecules is so great that the attractive forces cannot keep them in a liquid state. This temperature is called the:
 
  a. critical temperature.
  b. mel

michaelmorris17   23   1 Reply

richprack

Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of O2? 1. O2 is flammable. 2. O2 ...

Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of O2? 1. O2 is flammable. 2. O2 ...

Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of O2? 1. O2 is flammable. 2. O2 accelerates the rate of combustion. 3. Increased O2 concentration accelerates the rate of combustion.
 
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 2 and 3 only

michaelmorris17   23   2 Replies

michaelmorris17

Increasing the amplitude control on the Percussionaire Bronchotron TXP Ventilator would:

Increasing the amplitude control on the Percussionaire Bronchotron TXP Ventilator would:

Increasing the amplitude control on the Percussionaire Bronchotron TXP Ventilator would:
 
  a. Increase the fractional inspired oxygen
  b. Decrease the frequency
  c. Increase carbon dioxide removal
  d. Increase air entra

miguelb80   23   3 Replies

Espresso

Which of the following characteristics of a neonate would require some form of resuscitation?

Which of the following characteristics of a neonate would require some form of resuscitation?

Which of the following characteristics of a neonate would require some form of resuscitation?
 
  A) Baby born at 39 weeks of gestation.
  B) A baby who is crying loudly.
  C) A baby who is moving vigorously.
  D) A baby who

Alexis23   23   3 Replies

grubbingrouch

Upon examination of the patient, it appears as if the patient has an issue between L4 and L5. What ...

Upon examination of the patient, it appears as if the patient has an issue between L4 and L5. What ...

Upon examination of the patient, it appears as if the patient has an issue between L4 and L5. What part of the patient's spine is impacted?
 
  A) Cervical spine
  B) Thoracic spine
  C) Lumbar spine
  D) The inferior region

tyrich   23   1 Reply

Vickyhung

A patient describes his substernal as the same as when he had a heart attack two years ago. He is ...

A patient describes his substernal as the same as when he had a heart attack two years ago. He is ...

A patient describes his substernal as the same as when he had a heart attack two years ago. He is diaphoretic, nauseated, vomiting, and has a blood pressure of 78/50 mmHg and heart rate of 84. He also is allergic to aspirin. He asks you to assist him

khalasar99   23   1 Reply

Inagambit

Hypoxia becomes the main stimulus for ventilation rather than hypercarbia in patient with:

Hypoxia becomes the main stimulus for ventilation rather than hypercarbia in patient with:

Hypoxia becomes the main stimulus for ventilation rather than hypercarbia in patient with:
 
  A) blepharoptosis.
  B) a history of cardiac problems.
  C) cirrhosis of the liver.
  D) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.[b

tempuser   23   1 Reply

Crippyleaf

You have been called to a residence for a 31-year-old patient complaining of confusion, nausea, ...

You have been called to a residence for a 31-year-old patient complaining of confusion, nausea, ...

You have been called to a residence for a 31-year-old patient complaining of confusion, nausea, vomiting, and a headache. He states that this started this morning and has been getting worse all day. Despite lying in bed and resting all day, he is mor

asabino   23   1 Reply

jen2585

Inflammation of the skin, including the dermis and subcutaneous layers, usually caused by bacterial ...

Inflammation of the skin, including the dermis and subcutaneous layers, usually caused by bacterial ...

Inflammation of the skin, including the dermis and subcutaneous layers, usually caused by bacterial infection would be identified as:
 
  A) an abscess.
  B) cellulitis.
  C) necrotizing fasciitis.
  D) rhabdomyolysis.
[b

bklynbeauty86   23   1 Reply

leticia1977

HAZWOPER training is required by the federal government for anyone who works in an environment in ...

HAZWOPER training is required by the federal government for anyone who works in an environment in ...

HAZWOPER training is required by the federal government for anyone who works in an environment in which uncontrolled hazardous materials may be encountered. Which of the following is the correct pairing for a letter and what it stands for in the acro

Alexis23   23   1 Reply

barelysurving

You are facilitating a talk on cold emergencies in the backcountry. You are asked when one should ...

You are facilitating a talk on cold emergencies in the backcountry. You are asked when one should ...

You are facilitating a talk on cold emergencies in the backcountry. You are asked when one should attempt to rewarm a hand or foot that is frostbitten. Which of the following statements would be your best response?
 
  a. You never want to

Groanier   23   1 Reply

lorrkelly1

The National Ski Patrol's current recommendation regarding ski boot removal when applying a ...

The National Ski Patrol's current recommendation regarding ski boot removal when applying a ...

The National Ski Patrol's current recommendation regarding ski boot removal when applying a traction splint is:
 
  a. that removal is determined by the weather conditions and the extent of the patient's injuries.
  b. to leave the bo

Coconuts   23   3 Replies

crg0202