You are treating a patient who has a productive cough and who reports weight loss, loss of appetite, weakness, night sweats, and fever. Which of the following diseases is MOST likely the cause of these signs and symptoms?
A) Hepatitis B
B) Pneumonia
C) AIDS
D) Tuberculosis
Question 2What is the name of the federal act that mandates a procedure by which emergency health care providers can find out if they have been exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases while on the job?
A) The Communicable Disease Notification Act
B) The EMS Personnel Health Protection Act of 1991
C) The Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Act
D) The Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resource Emergency Act
Question 3What is an accurate statement regarding tuberculosis (TB)?
A) It can be cured by any antibiotic.
B) TB is not spread through surface contamination.
C) The TB pathogen only affects lung tissue.
D) A TB skin test can detect exposure.
Question 4What is a simple step AEMTs can perform to help prevent the spread of flu in the prehospital environment?
A) Place a surgical mask on suspected flu patients.
B) Transport all patients with coughs to negative pressure rooms.
C) Notify the CDC and local health department of flu cases.
D) Encourage patients to get their H1N1 antivirals early in the flu season.
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