5 Questions
Which of the following is an example of a medical emergency?
Heart attack
What is the primary reason for considering a heart attack a medical emergency?
It can lead to death if not treated promptly
Which term is synonymous with 'heart attack'?
Myocardial infarction
What is the purpose of Glyceryl tri nitrate (GTN) in managing a casualty presenting with suspected cardiac compromise?
To relieve angina pectoris
What is the main focus of performing primary and secondary assessment of a casualty in an emergency situation?
To stabilize the casualty's condition
Test your knowledge of cardiac emergencies with this quiz designed for NAFIS Health Care Assistant Course students. This quiz covers common causes of cardiac compromise and will help you understand how to perform initial assessment and manage a casualty in a broad range of medical emergencies.
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