AMLS PRE test Questions and Answers (100%) 2022-2023-50Q
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is activated to cause a/an:
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{{Correct Ans- Increase in preload, afterload and re-absorption of sodium
A patient experiences unilateral facial weakness and droop, garbled speech, altered sense of taste, and no extremity weakness. The patient has a history of Lyme disease. What condition is the patient likely experiencing?
{{Correct Ans- Bell's palsy
What is the most effective treatment for an unconscious patient in respiratory acidosis?
{{Correct Ans- Assisted bag-mask ventilation
What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Coma (HHNC)?
{{Correct Ans- Crystalloid IV fluid resuscitation
A lethargic patient presents with dilated pupils and vital signs of P 122, R 26, and BP 130/80. He admits to excessive ingestion of diphenhydramine. What response is the cause for the presenting signs and symptoms?
{{Correct Ans- Anticholinergic
A patient describes an "aching" sensation in his chest that occurred suddenly while resting and radiates to the jaw. He self-administered 1 nitroglycerin tablet without relief, and the 12 lead reveals a normal sinus rhythm with ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. What working diagnosis is most likely?
{{Correct Ans- Inferior wall myocardial injury
Healthcare providers are assessing a patient with pronounced jugular vein distention and muffled heart tones. Vitals are P 128, R 26, BP 74/52. What classification of shock should be suspected?
{{Correct Ans- obstructive
A 42-year-old patient with a history of rheumatoid arthritis is taking glucocorticoids. Over the past 2 weeks, she complains of chronic fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite with weight loss. Lab results indicate hyponatremia and hyperkalemia. What underlying diagnosis is suspected?
{{Correct Ans- Adrenal insufficiency
Healthcare providers are treating an unresponsive patient who overdosed on lorazepam. What intervention should be initiated?
{{Correct Ans- Airway support
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis?
{{Correct Ans- Narcotic overdose
Which infectious disease must have oxygen present to survive?
{{Correct Ans- tuberculosis
During what period of the communicable disease process will antibodies begin to reach detectable levels and the infected blood will test positive for exposure to a pathogen?
{{Correct Ans- incubation
Continuous positive airway pressure would be most appropriate in treating which patient?
{{Correct Ans- 22 year old with severe asthma and not responding to nebulizer treatments [Show Less]