Serena has overdosed on a suspected narcotic and is no longer breathing. Which of the following would be indicated to block the effects of the narcotic and improve her breathing rate?
A) Nitroglycerin
B) Nitrous oxide
C) Naloxone
D) Glucagon
Question 2You have been called for a 13-year-old boy who was caught sniffing glue by his parents. The boy is lethargic and confused and complaining of burning to the mouth and nose as well as nausea and vomiting. Based on the clinical presentation and mechanism of illness, how has this poison affected the boy's brain?
A) Absorbing through the small intestine into the blood stream and then on to the brain
B) Directly contacting the brain by crossing the mucous membranes of the mouth and nose
C) Fumes from the glue were absorbed through the mucous membranes of the eyes and then on to the brain
D) Crossing from the lungs into the blood stream and then circulating to the brain
Question 3Which of the following medications is classed as an anesthetic?
A) Nitroglycerin
B) Nitrous oxide
C) Naloxone
D) Glucagon
Question 4The AEMT would recognize which of the following as TRUE regarding poisoning?
A) The majority of poisonings is intentional and result in homicide or suicide.
B) All toxins are poisonous when in contact with the human body.
C) A poison is any substance that impairs a person's health by its chemical action.
D) The number one cause of poisoning in the United States is medications.
Question 5Frankie is having chest pain. While taking his blood pressure, the AEMT notices that Frankie's systolic blood is lower than 90 mmHg. Given this information, what medication should the AEMT not administer?
A) Nitroglycerin
B) Aspirin
C) Dextrose
D) Naloxone
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