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Advanced Emergency Medical Care Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is not a primary assessment parameter in emergency medical care?

Digestion
Explanation

Not relevant to immediate medical assessment.

#2

What does the acronym 'ABC' stand for in emergency medical care?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Explanation

Critical priorities in patient assessment and management.

#3

In the context of trauma care, what does the term 'MVC' typically refer to?

Motor Vehicle Collision
Explanation

Common mechanism of traumatic injury.

#4

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for CPR in adults?

30:2
Explanation

Optimal ratio for effective chest compressions.

#5

In the context of trauma, what does the 'ABCDE' approach stand for?

Assessment, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
Explanation

Systematic method for trauma assessment.

#6

Which of the following is a common medication administered during advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) for arrhythmias?

Epinephrine
Explanation

Used to stimulate the heart in cardiac emergencies.

#7

What is the preferred method for managing a tension pneumothorax in the prehospital setting?

Needle thoracostomy
Explanation

Immediate decompression to relieve pressure.

#8

Which medication is commonly used as an antidote for opioid overdose?

Naloxone
Explanation

Reverses opioid effects, including respiratory depression.

#9

Which of the following is a common side effect of intravenous morphine administration?

Respiratory depression
Explanation

Potential complication, especially with high doses.

#10

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in emergency medical care?

To measure consciousness level
Explanation

Assessment tool for neurological status.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a sign of sepsis?

Bradycardia
Explanation

Typically associated with increased heart rate.

#12

Which of the following is a potential complication of rapid sequence intubation (RSI)?

Hypotension
Explanation

Common due to rapid sedation and intubation.

#13

What is the first-line treatment for a patient experiencing anaphylactic shock?

Epinephrine
Explanation

Immediate reversal of severe allergic reactions.

#14

What is the primary objective of rapid sequence intubation (RSI) in emergency airway management?

To secure the airway
Explanation

Critical for oxygenation and ventilation.

#15

Which of the following is a potential complication of administering thrombolytic therapy for acute myocardial infarction?

Bleeding
Explanation

Risk due to breakdown of blood clots.

#16

Which of the following is a common sign of a tension pneumothorax?

Tracheal deviation
Explanation

Indicates pressure on the mediastinum.

#17

Which of the following is a common complication of prolonged tourniquet application?

Hyperperfusion injury
Explanation

Caused by sudden reperfusion of tissues.

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