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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes eclampsia from severe preeclampsia?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes eclampsia from severe preeclampsia?
What is defined as the condition where the placenta covers the cervix partially or completely?
What is defined as the condition where the placenta covers the cervix partially or completely?
Which of the following best describes hemoptysis?
Which of the following best describes hemoptysis?
What is the primary sign of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
What is the primary sign of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
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What is the correct chest compression depth for adult CPR?
What is the correct chest compression depth for adult CPR?
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Which mnemonic is commonly used to assess a patient’s level of consciousness?
Which mnemonic is commonly used to assess a patient’s level of consciousness?
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What does the term 'guarding' refer to in a medical context?
What does the term 'guarding' refer to in a medical context?
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When is it appropriate to use a tourniquet?
When is it appropriate to use a tourniquet?
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Which of the following is a common sign of pneumonia?
Which of the following is a common sign of pneumonia?
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What defines compensated shock in a patient?
What defines compensated shock in a patient?
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What is the primary difference between AMI and angina?
What is the primary difference between AMI and angina?
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Which of the following is a sign of respiratory distress?
Which of the following is a sign of respiratory distress?
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What is the correct approach to treat hypothermia?
What is the correct approach to treat hypothermia?
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What is a key symptom of anaphylaxis?
What is a key symptom of anaphylaxis?
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When should nitroglycerin be avoided?
When should nitroglycerin be avoided?
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Which condition is characterized by the presence of fontanelles?
Which condition is characterized by the presence of fontanelles?
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What is the purpose of the Rule of Nines in medical assessment?
What is the purpose of the Rule of Nines in medical assessment?
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What is dysphagia?
What is dysphagia?
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In cases of seizures, what is the most appropriate action to take?
In cases of seizures, what is the most appropriate action to take?
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What distinguishes an upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleed from a lower GI bleed?
What distinguishes an upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleed from a lower GI bleed?
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Study Notes
MOI vs. NOI
- MOI (Mechanism of Injury) and NOI (Nature of Injury) are important
- Understand their relationship to determine the cause of injuries
Hypoxia
- Definition of hypoxia (low oxygen levels)
HIV and Hepatitis
- Importance of protecting yourself from HIV and Hepatitis
AMI vs. Angina
- Differentiate between signs, symptoms, and causes of a heart attack (AMI) and chest pain (Angina)
Seizures
- Steps and types of seizures
GI Bleeds
- Upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) bleed signs and symptoms
Circulatory System
- Passageway of blood through the circulatory system
Splinting
- Steps of splinting and pulse checks
Airway Management
- Oropharyngeal (OPA) vs. nasopharyngeal (NPA) airway devices, indications, and contraindications
Respiratory Distress
- Signs, symptoms, and different sounds of respiratory distress
Rule of Nines
- A method for estimating the extent of burn or wound coverage
Epistaxis
- Definition and treatment of nosebleeds
Wheezing
- Treatment for wheezing
CPR
- CPR rates and ratios for different age groups, including intubation scenarios
Cold Emergencies
- Treatments for cold-related emergencies (hypothermia, hyperthermia), including the types
Spinal Injuries
- Parts of the spinal column and associated injuries
- Fontanelles
Splints
- When to splint, what to include in the splint, position of function
Infections
- Epiglottitis, croup, meningitis signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment
Strokes
- Different types of strokes, their signs, symptoms, and treatments
Seizures
- Treatments for active seizures
Insulin
- How insulin works and what happens when the body lacks insulin
TPA/MPA
- Order of MPA and TPA therapy and what to expect during each part
- Signs, symptoms, causes, treatment for anaphylaxis
Dysuria
- Definition of dysuria
Dysphagia
- Definition of dysphagia
Dyspnea
- Definition of dyspnea
Child and Elderly Abuse
- Signs and symptoms of child and elderly abuse, including when to report it
Shock
- Different types of shock, signs, symptoms, and treatments
Wheezing
- Causes and treatments of wheezing
Helmet Removal
- Procedures for helmet removal
Nitroglycerin
- Uses, indications, contraindications, and mechanisms of action
Bleeding Control
- External and internal bleeding control
Triage
- Triage tagging and order of transport
Cardiac Tamponade
- Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment of cardiac tamponade
Commotio Cordis
- Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment of commotio cordis
Hyperglycemia/Hypoglycemia
- Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment of hyperglycemia vs hypoglycemia
Abdominal Pain
- Treatment for abdominal pain
Seizures
- Different seizure types
Childbirth
- Child delivery steps and placenta, including PCR (placental/postnatal complications) and its significance
Preeclampsia/Eclampsia
- Differentiate preeclampsia, severe preeclampsia, and eclampsia and know when to suction
Placenta Issues
- Placenta previa, abruption, definition
Chest Compression
- Chest compression sites for various age groups
Hematemesis/Hemoptysis/Hematuia
- Definitions of hematemesis, hemoptysis, and hematuria
CHF
- Signs and symptoms of CHF (congestive heart failure)
Coronary Artery Disease
- Signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease
Gastric Distention
- Definition/explanation of gastric distention
Emphysema/Asthma
- Signs and symptoms of emphysema and asthma
Pneumonia/Bronchitis
- Signs and symptoms of pneumonia and chronic bronchitis
Hypothermic Emergencies
- Steps for hypothermic emergencies and treatment
Mnemonics
- Knowledge of the mnemonics AVPU, GCS, PAT, APGAR, GEMS
Heat Loss
- Know the 5 methods of heat loss
Respiratory and Ventilation
- Respiratory and ventilation rates for different age groups
PPE and Ventilations
- Appropriate PPE for various scenarios, including OB and TB, and knowledge of ventilating with a tracheostomy
Carbon Monoxide
- Dangers of carbon monoxide
Breathing Issues
- Signs and symptoms of breathing inadequacies
Chest Compressions
- Chest compression depth for various ages
Skull Bones
- Knowing the bones of the skull
Head Injuries
- Signs and symptoms of head injuries; vital signs importance
STOPPED (Mnemonic)
- Importance of STOPPED mnemonic for initial assessment
Mental Status
- Assessing mental status, baseline vitals, importance of knowing baseline vitals
PERRLA
- When to check PERRLA
Epinephrine
- When to give epinephrine, dosage, and mechanism of action
Breathing Stimulus
- Normal breathing stimulus vs. hypoxic drive
KED/Rapid Extrication
- Differences between KED and rapid extrication
Pain
- Referred pain, phantom pain, and rebound tenderness
Pregnancy Positions
- Pregnancy positioning for delivery and complications
Shock
- Compensated vs decompensated shock, vital signs assessment and knowledge of when to assess capillary refill
Pneumothoraces
- Different types of pneumothoraces, definitions, and causes
Flail Chest
- Definition and causes of a flail chest
Tourniquets
- When and how to apply a tourniquet
Hazmat Emergencies
- Precautions for hazmat emergencies
Neonatal Resuscitation
- When to ventilate or begin CPR for neonatal resuscitation
Bites/Stings
- Treatment for bites and stings
FBAO
- FB (foreign body) airway obstruction steps for conscious and unconscious patients
Stroke Assessment
- What to assess to determine presence of stroke in stroke patients
Ligament/Tendon Injuries
- Ligament vs. tendon injuries
Eye Injuries
- Treatment for eye injuries
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Test your knowledge on critical aspects of emergency medical response, including mechanisms of injury, airway management, and the circulatory system. This quiz covers vital topics such as hypoxia, seizures, and the assessment of GI bleeds. Sharpen your skills for real-world emergency situations.
