Medical Emergencies and Assessment Quiz

Test your knowledge on emergency medicine with questions covering assessment, symptoms, and recommended treatments.

#1

What is the first step in assessing a medical emergency?

Administering medication
Calling emergency services
Checking for responsiveness
Performing CPR
#2

Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?

Fever
Difficulty breathing
Muscle cramps
Nausea
#3

Which of the following is NOT a sign of shock?

Pale, cool, clammy skin
Rapid, weak pulse
High blood pressure
Rapid, shallow breathing
#4

What is the recommended initial treatment for a severe allergic reaction?

Administering epinephrine
Offering water to drink
Applying a cold compress
Checking blood sugar levels
#5

Which of the following is a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

Excessive thirst and urination
Slow, shallow breathing
Increased appetite
Decreased heart rate
#6

What is the recommended action if someone is experiencing a seizure?

Restrict their movement
Place a spoon in their mouth
Hold them down until the seizure stops
Clear the area to prevent injury, cushion their head, and loosen tight clothing
#7

What does the acronym ABC stand for in medical emergency assessment?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Assess, Breathing, Compressions
Alert, Breathing, Check
Ambulance, Breathing, Compression
#8

Which condition is characterized by a sudden interruption of blood flow to a part of the brain?

Heart attack
Stroke
Asthma attack
Diabetic coma
#9

Which of the following is a symptom of a heart attack?

Sudden chest pain that lasts for a few seconds
Sudden onset of nausea and vomiting
Gradual onset of joint pain
Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg
#10

In a conscious choking adult, what is the first action you should take?

Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Administer back blows
Offer a glass of water
Call emergency services
#11

What is the term for the technique used to manually clear a person's airway?

Tracheotomy
Nasogastric intubation
Endotracheal intubation
Head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver
#12

What is the primary treatment for a tension pneumothorax?

Administering antibiotics
Draining air from the chest cavity
Applying cold packs
Increasing fluid intake
#13

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

15:1
30:2
5:1
10:1
#14

What is the recommended treatment for a second-degree burn?

Apply ice directly to the burn
Immerse the burn in warm water
Pop any blisters that form
Cover the burn loosely with a sterile, non-adhesive bandage
#15

What is the name for the medical device used to deliver a controlled electric shock to the heart during cardiac arrest?

Defibrillator
Pacemaker
Ventilator
Electrocardiogram (ECG) machine
#16

What is the first step in managing a chemical eye injury?

Rubbing the eye vigorously
Irrigating the eye with water or saline for at least 20 minutes
Applying an eye patch
Administering eye drops
#17

What is the first step in managing a suspected spinal injury?

Administering pain medication
Immobilizing the head and neck
Performing CPR
Checking for responsiveness

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