Emergency Medical Assessment and Management Quiz

Ensuring the airway is clear is critical for oxygenation.

ABC stands for Airway, Breathing, Circulation; 'D' doesn't include Digestion.

Heart attack symptoms usually involve chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, etc., not increased appetite.

30 compressions to 2 breaths is the standard ratio in adult CPR.

AVPU is a scale used to assess a patient's level of consciousness.

Shock typically leads to decreased blood pressure, not increased.

SAMPLE: Signs/symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events preceding incident.

C stands for Circulation, where heart rate is a key indicator.

DCAP-BTLS: Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures/Penetrations, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling.

Tourniquets can help control severe bleeding by restricting blood flow to the affected area.

During a seizure, priority is to prevent injury and ensure breathing.

Immobilization prevents further damage to the spine.

Bronchodilators help open airways in asthma attacks.

Anaphylaxis commonly leads to a rapid drop in blood pressure.

Fowler's position helps improve breathing by allowing the chest to expand.

Heat stroke often leads to a rapid, strong pulse.

This sign indicates a potential stroke, known as hemiparesis.