Question 1
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A person could survive for several days to weeks without all of the following, except:
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Food
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Water
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Oxygen
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Nutrients
Question 2
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"Adam's apple" and "voicebox" are other terms used to describe the:
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throat
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larynx
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Pharynx
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Oropharynx
Question 3
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The purpose of the recovery position is to:
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Prevent secretions from entering the trachea
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Ensure that the patient is breathing adequately
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Facilitate placement of an oral airway adjunct
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Protect an injured patients neck from further injury
Question 4
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The oropharynx is also known as the:
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Nose
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Mouth
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Throat
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Windpipe
Question 5
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The main purpose of the respiratory system is to:
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Ensure that the body receives a constant supply of carbon dioxide
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Deliver oxygenated blood to all of the tissues and organs in the body
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Provide oxygen to and remove carbon dioxide from the red blood cells
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Convert oxygen into carbon dioxide during the process of metabolism
Question 6
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When a person swallows food or liquid, it does not enter the trachea because the:
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Esophagus is a larger opening then the trachea
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Epiglottis covers the trachea during swallowing
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Muscles of the larynx spasm during swallowing
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Trachea briefly closes during the swallowing process
Question 7
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When determining the correct size of oral airway, you should measure from the:
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Earlobe to the corner of the mouth
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Corner of the mouth to the back of the ear
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Center of the mouth to the curve of the jaw
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Curve of the jaw to the middle of the mouth
Question 8
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The purpose of the jaw-thrust maneuver is to:
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Open the airway of an unconscious uninjured patient
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Keep the area clear of foreign bodies or secretions
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Open a patient's airway without manipulating the neck
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Maintain the airway of a conscious patient who was injured
Question 9
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Which of the following statements regarding the oral airway is correct?
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The oral airway cannot be used in patients without a gag reflex
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The oral airway should not be using unconscious breathing patients
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Oral airways do not allow you to suction the patient's mouth
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Use of an oral airway is contraindicated in patients who are conscious
Question 10
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Nasal airways can be used:
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In conscious patients only
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In both conscious and unconscious patients
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Only in semiconscious patients with a gag reflex
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Only in unconscious patients without a gag reflex
Question 11
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You should not insert a nasal airway in a patient:
Question 12
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Common causes of respiratory arrest include all of the following, except:
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heart attack
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drug overdose
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electrocution
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mild dehydration
Question 13
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The proper oxygen flow rate is determined by the:
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size of the cylinder you are using and the pressure within it
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presence of heat, flames, or oily substance near the cylinder
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patient's condition and type of oxygen delivery device used.
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amount of time that it will likely take to transport the patient
Question 14
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The patient assessment sequence consists of all of the following components, except:
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scene size-up
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primary assessment
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secondary assessment
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family medical history
Question 15
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As you approach an emergency scene, you should first:
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determine the number of critically injured patients
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notify the dispatcher of your scene size-up findings
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scan the area to determine the extent of the incident
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quickly gain access to the patient and begin treatment
Question 16
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When assessing the MOI of a vehicle that struck a utility pole, you notice that the vehicle's steering wheel is bent. You should:
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conclude that the airbag deployed
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suspect injuries to the patient's chest
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be the most suspicious for head injuries
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check the patient for extremity injuries first
Question 17
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You enter the residence of an unconscious 30-year-old man. As you are approaching the patient, who is lying motionless on the floor, you should:
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rule out a traumatic injury because the patient is inside
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conclude that the patient is suffering from a severe illness
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note the patient's position and any unusual odors or sounds
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advise your partner that the patient appears to be deceased
Question 18
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When caring for a conscious patient, it is most important to:
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avoid telling the patient that everything will be alright
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advise the patient of the skills you are authorized to perform
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focus your attention on what the patient's family is saying
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reassure the patient that nothing bad will happen to him or her
Question 19
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A patient is said to be alert if he or she:
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is confused but is able to tell you the appropriate time
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is able to answer questions accurately and appropriately
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has not experienced any significant illnesses or injuries
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reacts to a loud stimulus, such as when you raise your voice
Question 20
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Decreased circulation to a part of or all of the body will manifest with skin that is:
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blue
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pale
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yellow
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cyanotic
Question 21
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Red skin color is said to be:
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pale
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cyanotic
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flushed
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jaundiced
Question 22
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A patient presents with yellow skin color. You should suspect:
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a lack of oxygen
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excessive circulation
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problems with the liver
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decreased circulation
Question 23
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Compared to a symptom, a sign is something that:
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the patient reports to you
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is not directly observable
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you can observe in a patient
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usually takes time to develop
Question 24
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When a light is shone into a patient's pupil, the pupil should:
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dilate
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enlarge
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constrict
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remain the same size
Question 25
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The circulatory status of an extremity is assessed by:
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looking for signs of obvious injury
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asking the patient to move the extremity
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checking the pulse and capillary refill time
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determining whether the patient can feel your touch