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Which of the following assessment findings is MOST indicative of a cardiovascular problem?
Which of the following assessment findings is MOST indicative of a cardiovascular problem?
When performing a secondary assessment on a conscious patient with non-traumatic abdominal pain and stable vital signs, what should you focus on?
When performing a secondary assessment on a conscious patient with non-traumatic abdominal pain and stable vital signs, what should you focus on?
His or her chief complaint.
Which of the following will MOST reliably allow you to determine the nature of a patient's illness?
Which of the following will MOST reliably allow you to determine the nature of a patient's illness?
In addition to looking for severe bleeding, assessment of circulation in the conscious patient should involve what?
In addition to looking for severe bleeding, assessment of circulation in the conscious patient should involve what?
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When forming your general impression of a patient with a medical complaint, what is important to remember?
When forming your general impression of a patient with a medical complaint, what is important to remember?
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Early signs and symptoms of viral hepatitis include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Early signs and symptoms of viral hepatitis include all of the following, EXCEPT:
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Before assisting a patient with prescribed nitroglycerin tablets, what should you ask if he takes medication to treat erectile dysfunction?
Before assisting a patient with prescribed nitroglycerin tablets, what should you ask if he takes medication to treat erectile dysfunction?
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Factors that increase the risk for developing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) include:
Factors that increase the risk for developing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) include:
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In which of the following situations would it be MOST appropriate to utilize an air medical transportation service?
In which of the following situations would it be MOST appropriate to utilize an air medical transportation service?
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Syphilis is a:
Syphilis is a:
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Upon initial contact with a patient who appears to be unconscious, what should you do?
Upon initial contact with a patient who appears to be unconscious, what should you do?
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In contrast to the assessment of a trauma patient, assessment of a medical patient is focused on:
In contrast to the assessment of a trauma patient, assessment of a medical patient is focused on:
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The secondary assessment of a medical patient is:
The secondary assessment of a medical patient is:
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A patient who was bitten by a mosquito and presents with signs and symptoms of illness should be suspected of having:
A patient who was bitten by a mosquito and presents with signs and symptoms of illness should be suspected of having:
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End-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) monitoring is clearly indicated for patients who present with:
End-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) monitoring is clearly indicated for patients who present with:
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The primary prehospital treatment for most medical emergencies should address:
The primary prehospital treatment for most medical emergencies should address:
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Which of the following conditions is NOT categorized as a psychiatric condition?
Which of the following conditions is NOT categorized as a psychiatric condition?
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In addition to obtaining a SAMPLE history and asking questions related to the chief complaint, what else should you inquire about when assessing a patient with a potentially infectious disease?
In addition to obtaining a SAMPLE history and asking questions related to the chief complaint, what else should you inquire about when assessing a patient with a potentially infectious disease?
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You and your EMT partner arrive at the residence of a critically ill 50-year-old man. What should you do?
You and your EMT partner arrive at the residence of a critically ill 50-year-old man. What should you do?
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It is especially important to assess pulse, sensation, and movement in all extremities as well as pupillary reactions in patients with a suspected _________ problem.
It is especially important to assess pulse, sensation, and movement in all extremities as well as pupillary reactions in patients with a suspected _________ problem.
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After sizing up the scene of a patient with a possible infectious disease, what should your next priority be?
After sizing up the scene of a patient with a possible infectious disease, what should your next priority be?
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Ten days after treating a patient with tuberculosis, your tuberculin skin test yields a positive result. This MOST likely indicates that:
Ten days after treating a patient with tuberculosis, your tuberculin skin test yields a positive result. This MOST likely indicates that:
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A 33-year-old female presents with lower abdominal quadrant pain and you cannot locate her radial pulse. What should you do?
A 33-year-old female presents with lower abdominal quadrant pain and you cannot locate her radial pulse. What should you do?
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In contrast to viral hepatitis, toxin-induced hepatitis is:
In contrast to viral hepatitis, toxin-induced hepatitis is:
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A patient who presents with a headache, fever, confusion, and red blotches on his or her skin should be suspected of having:
A patient who presents with a headache, fever, confusion, and red blotches on his or her skin should be suspected of having:
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Typical chief complaints in patients with an infectious disease include:
Typical chief complaints in patients with an infectious disease include:
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Which of the following statements regarding the H1N1 virus is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the H1N1 virus is correct?
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Patients with tuberculosis pose the greatest risk for transmitting the disease when they:
Patients with tuberculosis pose the greatest risk for transmitting the disease when they:
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The determination of whether a medical patient is a high-priority or low-priority transport is typically made:
The determination of whether a medical patient is a high-priority or low-priority transport is typically made:
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Which of the following statements regarding the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is correct?
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What is the greatest danger in displaying a personal bias or 'labeling' a patient who frequently calls EMS?
What is the greatest danger in displaying a personal bias or 'labeling' a patient who frequently calls EMS?
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Which of the following conditions often requires transport to a hospital with specialized capabilities that may not be available at the closest hospital?
Which of the following conditions often requires transport to a hospital with specialized capabilities that may not be available at the closest hospital?
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Which of the following statements regarding severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is correct?
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Which of the following medications would the EMT LEAST likely administer to a patient with a medical complaint?
Which of the following medications would the EMT LEAST likely administer to a patient with a medical complaint?
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Which of the following statements regarding hepatitis A is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding hepatitis A is correct?
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Reassessment of a patient with a medical complaint should begin by:
Reassessment of a patient with a medical complaint should begin by:
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Which of the following statements regarding methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is correct?
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When assessing a patient with a medical complaint, which of the following would MOST likely reveal the cause of his or her problem?
When assessing a patient with a medical complaint, which of the following would MOST likely reveal the cause of his or her problem?
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An infectious disease is MOST accurately defined as:
An infectious disease is MOST accurately defined as:
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In the primary assessment of an elderly woman experiencing difficulty breathing, what should you direct your partner to do?
In the primary assessment of an elderly woman experiencing difficulty breathing, what should you direct your partner to do?
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After completing the primary assessment of a 48-year-old man with crushing chest pain, and noting bradycardia, what should you do?
After completing the primary assessment of a 48-year-old man with crushing chest pain, and noting bradycardia, what should you do?
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An index of suspicion is MOST accurately defined as:
An index of suspicion is MOST accurately defined as:
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When caring for a patient with an altered mental status and signs of circulatory compromise, how should you handle your time at the scene?
When caring for a patient with an altered mental status and signs of circulatory compromise, how should you handle your time at the scene?
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Hepatitis B is more virulent than hepatitis C, which means that it:
Hepatitis B is more virulent than hepatitis C, which means that it:
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When caring for a patient who takes numerous medications, what is the best practice?
When caring for a patient who takes numerous medications, what is the best practice?
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular Problems
- Jugular venous distention is a key indicator of cardiovascular issues.
Secondary Assessment
- Focus on the chief complaint when assessing a conscious patient with non-traumatic abdominal pain and stable vital signs.
Determining Illness Nature
- Questions related to the chief complaint provide the best insight into a patient's condition.
Circulation Assessment
- Assess circulation in conscious patients by checking the radial pulse and evaluating skin's color, temperature, and condition.
General Impression of Medical Patients
- Many medical conditions may not appear serious initially; awareness and thorough assessments are crucial.
Signs of Viral Hepatitis
- Early signs include abdominal pain, but jaundice is not among the earliest indicators.
Chest Discomfort and Medication Safety
- Before administering nitroglycerin, inquire about any recent erectile dysfunction medications.
MRSA Risk Factors
- Prolonged hospitalization, particularly in intensive care units, increases the risk for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Air Medical Transport Situations
- Air medical transportation is suitable for time-sensitive cases like a stroke with significant ground transport delays.
Syphilis Treatment
- Syphilis is a bloodborne disease effectively treated with penicillin.
Initial Patient Contact
- Elicit a verbal response from an unconscious patient to assess responsiveness.
Medical vs. Trauma Patient Assessment
- Assessment of medical patients emphasizes understanding the illness and documenting symptoms more than examining for injury.
Secondary Assessment Limitations
- A secondary assessment is not feasible for critically ill patients or when transport time is limited.
Potential Infectious Diseases
- A mosquito bite presenting with illness signs may indicate West Nile virus.
ETCO2 Monitoring
- End-tidal carbon dioxide monitoring is indicated for patients experiencing respiratory distress.
Prehospital Treatment Focus
- Initial treatment in medical emergencies typically addresses symptoms rather than the underlying disease.
Psychiatric Conditions
- Substance abuse is not classified as a psychiatric condition.
Infectious Disease Assessment
- Recent travel history is significant in assessing infectious diseases, in addition to SAMPLE history.
Critical Patient Management
- Manage airway, breathing, and circulation first for critically ill patients, especially during long transport times.
Neurologic Assessments
- Assess pulse, sensation, movement of extremities, and pupillary reactions in suspected neurologic problems.
Standard Precautions
- After assessing a scene with potential infectious disease, prioritize taking standard precautions.
Tuberculosis Exposure
- A positive skin test follows exposure to tuberculosis before treating the recent patient.
Vital Signs Assessment
- When unable to locate a patient's radial pulse, assess the carotid pulse for critical indicators.
Toxin-Induced Hepatitis
- Unlike viral hepatitis, toxin-induced hepatitis is non-communicable.
Meningitis Indicators
- Symptoms such as headache, fever, confusion, and skin blotches suggest meningitis presence.
Infectious Disease Complaints
- Typical chief complaints include fever, rash, nausea, and difficulty breathing.
H1N1 Virus Facts
- H1N1 is a single strain of influenza among many that infect humans.
Tuberculosis Transmission Risk
- Patients with tuberculosis pose the highest transmission risk when they cough.
Patient Transport Prioritization
- Determining transport priority (high vs. low) occurs post-primary assessment.
HIV Infection Risks
- The highest risk for HIV infection arises from contact with mucous membranes or direct blood exposure.
Patient Bias Risks
- Displaying bias toward frequent EMS callers could result in neglecting serious medical conditions.
Specialized Hospital Transport
- Conditions like strokes and heart attacks often necessitate transportation to hospitals with advanced capabilities.
SARS Characteristics
- Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) starts with flu-like symptoms, leading to pneumonia and respiratory failure.
Naloxone Administration
- Naloxone (Narcan) is least likely to be administered for medical complaints, typically linked to opioid overdose.
Hepatitis A Transmission
- Hepatitis A can only be transmitted by individuals with an acute infection.
Reassessment Procedures
- Begin patient reassessment by repeating the primary assessment to ensure continuous monitoring.
MRSA Bacterium
- MRSA is resistant to most antibiotics and can cause significant infections.
Medical Complaint Investigation
- History-taking is pivotal in uncovering the cause of a medical complaint.
Infectious Disease Definition
- An infectious disease results from harmful organism growth and spread within the body.
Elderly Patient Circulatory Status
- For an elderly patient with breathing difficulty, direct your partner to administer appropriate oxygen.
Patient's Deteriorating Condition
- If a patient presents with worsening status post-treatment (mental state changes, bradycardia), prioritize immediate transport.
Index of Suspicion
- Awareness of potential unseen injuries or illnesses characterizes an index of suspicion.
Scene Time Limit
- Spend no more than 10 minutes at the scene for patients with altered mental status and circulatory compromise.
Hepatitis Virulence
- Hepatitis B is more virulent than Hepatitis C, indicating a higher disease transmission potential.
Medication Management
- When multiple medications are involved, transport all medications to the hospital and document them accordingly.
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