#1
What is the first step in assessing an unconscious patient?
Check airway
ExplanationEnsure the airway is clear to facilitate breathing.
#2
Which of the following is a sign of shock?
Pale, clammy skin
ExplanationCharacteristic indicators of shock include pale and clammy skin.
#3
What is the purpose of the AVPU scale in assessing a patient's level of consciousness?
Assessing responsiveness
ExplanationAVPU helps assess Alertness, Verbal response, Pain response, and Unresponsiveness.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anaphylaxis?
High fever
ExplanationAnaphylaxis symptoms typically don't include a high fever.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a heart attack?
Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg
ExplanationSudden weakness or numbness is more indicative of a stroke than a heart attack.
#6
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?
30:2
ExplanationPerform 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.
#7
In which of the following situations should you suspect spinal injury?
Sudden collapse with no obvious cause
ExplanationA sudden collapse without an apparent cause may indicate spinal injury.
#8
What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in adults?
Myocardial infarction
ExplanationCardiac arrest often results from a myocardial infarction (heart attack).
#9
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?
Severe chest pain
ExplanationSevere chest pain is not typically associated with stroke symptoms.
#10
What is the recommended position for a conscious choking adult who is unable to cough, speak, or breathe?
Heimlich maneuver position
ExplanationThe Heimlich maneuver position helps clear the airway in a conscious choking adult.
#11
What is the preferred method to control bleeding from an extremity wound?
Apply direct pressure on the wound
ExplanationApplying direct pressure helps stem bleeding from an extremity wound.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a sign of a tension pneumothorax?
Hyperresonance to percussion on the affected side
ExplanationHyperresonance is not a typical sign of tension pneumothorax.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
ExplanationDKA is characterized by hyperglycemia, not hypoglycemia.