AMLS Post Test Questions and Answers, 2022-1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow
... [Show More] respirations, and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of action should be taken next?
- b. Supplemental oxygen and suction
2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely to have what condition?
- a. Pulmonary embolism
3. During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is activated to cause a/an:
- a. Increase in preload, afterload, and re-absorption of sodium
4. What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus?
- a. Clear breath sounds with tachypnea
5. What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis?
- b. Narcotic overdose
6. A 55-year-old complains of an 'aching' chest discomfort that persists over several days. The patient has a temperature of 101F (38.3C). Which finding will help narrow the diagnosis to pericarditis?
- d. ST-segment elevation in all leads
7. Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event?
- b. Vasodilation
8. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what pathological change?
- c. Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
9. Continuous positive airway pressure would be most beneficial in treating which patient?
- b. A 22yo with severe asthma who is not responding to nebulizer treatments
10. What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNC)?
- a. Crystalloid IV fluid administration
11. Your patient has had a seizure secondary to a nerve agent exposure. What medication would be best to diminish the seizure?
- c. Midazolam
12. Respiratory alkalosis may occur as a result of:
- a. Fever and anxiety
13. An age-related change that increases the risk of respiratory compromise is:
- c. Decrease in lung compliance
14. Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most common in patients with a history of:
- a. Left-sided heart failure (?)
15. The patient presents with a history of fever and an upper respiratory infection. Historical information reveals increasing water intake, orthostatic hypotension, and an increase in urination. You suspect these symptoms are caused by:
- a. Hyperglycemia [Show Less]