EMT Final Exam JB Learning (NEW 2023/ 2024 Update) | Graded A| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct
QUESTION
In which of the following
... [Show More] circumstances would external bleeding be the LEAST difficult to control?
A) Lacerated brachial artery; BP of 140/90 mm Hg
B) Lacerated jugular vein; BP of 100/60 mm Hg
C) Lacerated carotid artery; BP of 90/50 mm Hg
D) Lacerated femoral vein; BP of 70/40 mm Hg
Answer:
D
QUESTION
A 29-year-old man with abdominal pain tells the EMT that he has hemophilia A. This means that:
A) his red blood cells break down rapidly.
B) he will lose blood at a much faster rate.
C) his risk for a pulmonary embolism is high.
D) he will bleed for a longer period of time.
Answer:
D
QUESTION
The chest pain associated with an acute coronary syndrome is often described as:
A) sharp.
B) stabbing.
C) pressure.
D) cramping.
Answer:
C
QUESTION
A young woman reports significant weight loss over the last month, persistent fever, and night sweats. When you assess her, you note the presence of dark purple lesions covering her trunk and upper extremities. You should suspect:
A) HIV infection.
B) tuberculosis.
C) rheumatic fever.
D) end-stage cancer.
Answer:
A
QUESTION
A 7-year-old child has an altered mental status, high fever, and a generalized rash. You perform your assessment and administer supplemental oxygen. En route to the hospital, you should be MOST alert for:
A) hypotension.
B) convulsions.
C) combativeness.
D) respiratory distress.
Answer:
B
QUESTION
Which of the following statements regarding the high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) respirator is correct?
A) HEPA respirator should be placed on any patient with tuberculosis.
B) Long sideburns or a beard will prevent the proper fit of a HEPA respirator.
C) A surgical mask provides better protection against tuberculosis than a HEPA respirator.
D) A HEPA respirator is necessary only if the patient with suspected tuberculosis is coughing.
Answer:
B
QUESTION
To ensure you deliver the highest concentration of oxygen with a nonrebreathing mask, you should:
A) set the flow rate to at least 10 to 12 L/min.
B) securely fasten the mask to the patient's face.
C) make sure that the reservoir bag is preinflated.
D) cover the one-way valves on the oxygen mask.
Answer:
C
QUESTION
A 30-year-old man sustained partial-thickness burns to the anterior chest and both anterior arms. Based on the Rule of Nines, what percentage of his body surface area has been burned?
A) 9%
B) 18%
C) 27%
D) 36%
Answer:
B
QUESTION
A 44-year-old male complains of dizziness and lightheadedness. His BP is 88/62 mm Hg; his heart rate is 190 beats/min and weak; and his skin is cool, clammy, and pale. Which of the following would BEST explain why his BP is low?
A) Widespread systemic vasoconstriction
B) Decreased ventricular filling time
C) Increased ventricular stroke volume
D) Decreased myocardial oxygen demand
Answer:
B
QUESTION
Which of the following signs or symptoms would you MOST likely encounter in a patient with an inflamed gallbladder?
A) Vomiting dark red blood
B) Pain in the right shoulder
C) Bruising around the umbilicus
D) Pain to the right lower quadrant
Answer:
B
QUESTION
Assessment of a 40-year-old patient reveals respiratory distress, tachycardia, audible expiratory wheezing, and an oxygen saturation of 88%. The EMT should suspect:
A) fluid in the lower airways.
B) diffuse bronchoconstriction.
C) swelling in the laryngeal area.
D) infection of the lower airway.
Answer:
B
QUESTION
The bite of a brown recluse spider is characterized by:
A) immediate pain, swelling at the site, and painful muscle spasms.
B) delayed onset of pain, swelling, and blister formation at the site.
C) two small puncture marks, swelling, and delayed onset of pain.
D) rapid swelling within 30 minutes and a decline in mental status.
Answer:
B
QUESTION
With regard to the ECG, what is artifact?
A) significant abnormality discovered by the paramedic [Show Less]