Medical Emergency Assessment and Infectious Diseases Quiz

Test your knowledge with 17 questions on medical emergencies, infectious diseases, and vital signs. Explore symptoms, prevention, and treatments.

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of anaphylaxis?

Fever
Coughing
Hives
Muscle cramps
#2

What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?

Washing hands frequently
Avoiding vaccinations
Sharing personal items
Ignoring symptoms
#3

Which vital sign is measured using a sphygmomanometer?

Heart rate
Respiratory rate
Blood pressure
Temperature
#4

In the context of emergency medical services, what does 'ALS' stand for?

Advanced Life Support
Ambulance Logistic Support
Acute Leukemia Syndrome
Automated Life Saver
#5

In emergency medical situations, what does 'CPR' stand for?

Cardiovascular Pressure Relief
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Centralized Patient Response
Critical Procedure Recovery
#6

Which of the following is a common symptom of sepsis?

Rash
Confusion
Muscle sprain
Stomach ache
#7

Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus?

Tuberculosis
Malaria
Influenza
Typhoid fever
#8

What is the primary function of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?

To assess blood glucose levels
To measure body temperature
To evaluate consciousness
To monitor heart rate
#9

Which of the following is a viral hemorrhagic fever?

Dengue fever
Typhoid fever
Yellow fever
Cholera
#10

What is the recommended first-aid response for a person experiencing a seizure?

Place a spoon in their mouth
Hold them down to prevent movement
Place them in the recovery position
Offer them a sugary snack
#11

What is the primary vector for transmitting Lyme disease to humans?

Mosquito
Tick
Flea
Louse
#12

Which of the following is an autoimmune disease affecting the joints?

Hepatitis
Diabetes
Rheumatoid arthritis
HIV/AIDS
#13

Which of the following statements about sepsis is true?

It is not a medical emergency
It is caused by a virus
It can lead to multiple organ failure
It only affects elderly individuals
#14

Which type of infection is caused by the fungus Candida?

Malaria
Tuberculosis
Candidiasis
Influenza
#15

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale in neurological assessment?

Measuring blood pressure
Assessing consciousness and neurological function
Evaluating lung function
Testing for allergies
#16

Which of the following is a life-threatening complication of diabetes?

Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Insulin resistance
#17

Which infectious disease is characterized by a sudden onset of high fever, headache, and muscle pain, often transmitted by mosquitoes?

Malaria
Tuberculosis
Yellow fever
HIV/AIDS

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