WEST COAST EMT BLOCK 5 LATEST EXAM 2024|
150+ ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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A 2-year-old child who has no recent history of illness suddenly appears cyanotic and
cannot speak after playing with a small toy. You should: - ANSWER>>Perform
abdominal thrusts
A 2-year-old female has experienced a seizure. When you arrive at the scene, the child
is conscious, crying, and clinging to her mother. Her skin is hot and moist. The mother
tells you that the seizure lasted approximately 5 minutes. She further tells you that her
daughter has no history of seizures, but has had a recent ear infection. You should: -
ANSWER>>Cool the child with tepid water and transport to the hospital
A child may begin to show signs of separation anxiety as early as: - ANSWER>>6
months
A common cause of shock in an infant is: - ANSWER>>dehydration from vomiting and
diarrhea
A high-pitched inspiratory sound that indicated a partial upper airway obstruction is
called: - ANSWER>>Stridor
A pediatric patient involved in a drowning emergency may present with: -
ANSWER>>Abdominal distention
The first month of life after birth is referred to as the: - ANSWER>>Neonatal period
,The MOST common cause of dehydration in pediatric patients is: -
ANSWER>>Vomiting and diarrhea
The purpose of the pediatric assessment triangle (PAT) is to: - ANSWER>>Allow you to
rapidly and visually form a general impression of the child
When assessing an 8-year-old, you should: - ANSWER>>Talk to the child, not just the
caregiver
Which of the following is MORE common in children than in adults following a head
injury? - ANSWER>>Nausea and vomiting
Inserting a(n) in a responsive patient may cause a spasm of the larynx and result in
vomiting. - ANSWER>>Oropharyngeal airway
The is a structured assessment tool that allows you to rapidly form a general
impression of the pediatric patient's condition without touching him or her. -
ANSWER>>Pediatric assessment triangle
A 26-year-old female presents with heavy vaginal bleeding. She is conscious, but
restless. Her blood pressure is 84/54 mm Hg, her pulse is 120 beats/min and weak, and
her respirations are 22 breaths/min with adequate depth. She tells you that she inserted
a tampon about 2 hours ago. You should: - ANSWER>>Administer high-flow oxygen,
perform a detailed assessment of her vaginal area for signs of trauma, place her on her
side, and transport without delay
A patient with pelvic inflammatory disease will typically complain of .-
, ANSWER>>Abdominal pain associated with menstruation
If a patient with vaginal bleeding presents with a rapid pulse and pale or cool skin, you
should: - ANSWER>>Place the patient in a supine position with her legs elevated
In case of sexual assault, it is important to ensure that you do which of the following? -
ANSWER>>A.immediately write down your observations of the scene before assessing
the patient
B.call for a female EMT or ALS care provider
C.discuss with law enforcement any suspicions that you may have about the perpetrator
D.all of these answers are correct
D
Left untreated, can lead to premature birth or low birth weight in pregnant women. -
ANSWER>>Bacterial vaginosis
Which of the following conditions would MOST likely lead to pelvic inflammatory disease
if left untreated? - ANSWER>>Chlamydia
Which of the following drugs is commonly referred to as "roofies"? -
ANSWER>>Rohypnol
Your is the best tool to gain the patient's confidence to seek medical help. -
ANSWER>>Compassion
pregnancy and spontaneous abortion are two conditions that can cause vaginal
bleeding in women who do not appear to be pregnant and who may not realize they are
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