ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT POST ACTUAL EXAM LATEST 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS/ALREADY GRADED A++
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ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT POST ACTUAL EXAM LATEST 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS/ALREADY GRADED A++
ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT POST ACTUAL EXAM LATEST 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS/ALREADY GRADED A++
ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT POST ACTUAL EXAM
LATEST 2024/2025 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS/ALREADY GRADED A++
1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers
note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations, and vomitus in and around the
mouth. What course of action should be taken next? - ANSWER b.
Supplemental oxygen and suction
2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of
shortness of breath are likely to have what condition? - ANSWER a.
Pulmonary embolism
3. During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is
activated to cause a/an: - ANSWER a. Increase in preload, afterload, and
re-absorption of sodium
4. What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary
embolus? - ANSWER a. Clear breath sounds with tachypnea
5. What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - ANSWER
b. Narcotic overdose
6. A 55-year-old complains of an 'aching' chest discomfort that persists
over several days. The patient has a temperature of 101F (38.3C). Which
finding will help narrow the diagnosis to pericarditis? - ANSWER d. ST-
segment elevation in all leads
7. Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? -
ANSWER b. Vasodilation
8. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what
pathological change? - ANSWER c. Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary
membrane
9. Continuous positive airway pressure would be most beneficial in treating
which patient? - ANSWER b. A 22yo with severe asthma who is not
responding to nebulizer treatments
,10. What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing hyperosmolar
hyperglycemic nonketotic coma (HHNC)? - ANSWER a. Crystalloid IV fluid
administration
11. Your patient has had a seizure secondary to a nerve agent exposure.
What medication would be best to diminish the seizure? - ANSWER c.
Midazolam
12. Respiratory alkalosis may occur as a result of: - ANSWER a. Fever and
anxiety
13. An age-related change that increases the risk of respiratory
compromise is: - ANSWER c. Decrease in lung compliance
14. Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most common in patients with a
history of: - ANSWER a. Left-sided heart failure (?)
15. The patient presents with a history of fever and an upper respiratory
infection. Historical information reveals increasing water intake, orthostatic
hypotension, and an increase in urination. You suspect these symptoms
are caused by: - ANSWER a. Hyperglycemia
16. You are dispatched to the home of a 32yo patient with a history of
Graves' disease. The patient was in the ER earlier today for some "tests for
my ulcers." He received contrast and was discharged. He is now
complaining of not feeling well, chest pain, and palpitations. You note an
anxious patient with fine tremors. He is diaphoretic and has a temperature
of 101.5F, BP 100/62, P 156 (sinus tach), R 30, glucose level 133. Which
of the following are management considerations for this patient? -
ANSWER d. Beta Blockers
17. Metabolic acidosis is best described by which arterial blood gas
interpretation? - ANSWER b. pH decreased, pCO2 decreased, H2CO3 low
(?)
18. The AMLS Assessment Pathway first advises safety and initial
observations of the scene. The second process described in this pathway
asks the healthcare provider to: - ANSWER c. Identify and manage life
threats
,19. Observing a patient's body positioning can be an early indicator that the
patient is: - ANSWER a. Sick or not sick
20. Which assessment finding is crucial to obtain from a patient suspected
of a stroke? - ANSWER c. Onset of symptoms
21. A 62yo patient presents with a severe headache. It is described as a
"thunderclap" accompanied with nausea, blurred vision, and an elevated
blood pressure. What neurologic condition is most likely the cause of this
patient's presentation? - ANSWER d. Subarachnoid hemorrhage
22. A 38yo presents with mild chest tightness and urticaria after mowing
the lawn. He felt a "sting" in his left lower leg and states the symptoms
came on suddenly. BP 130/82, P 100, R 20 with a normal work of breathing
and clear lung sounds. The healthcare provider should: - ANSWER b.
Initiate an IV with 0.09% NS and monitor the patient carefully
23. Healthcare providers are treating a patient complaining of substernal
chest pain accompanied with nausea and one episode of vomiting. The
patient has had two cardiac stents placed within the last year. He has a
familial history of heart disease and takes a baby aspirin daily. What
information is most concerning? - ANSWER b. Recent stent placement
24. The patient complains of sharp chest pain that worsens when supine.
He is bed ridden due to complications from a recent hip surgery. The
patient is tachypneic and the ECG reveals sinus tachycardia. What is the
patient's working diagnosis? - ANSWER d. Pulmonary embolism
25. A patient is a resident in an assisted living facility to obtain physical
therapy after a knee replacement surgery. She complains of a rash that is
red and has small bumps. She has been feeling ill for several days. What is
the most likely working diagnosis? - ANSWER c. Methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus
26. A foreign exchange university student is found by his roommate and
EMS is dispatched. The patient presents with an unusual flat red rash on
his chest and arms. He has been ill with fever, nausea, and vomiting.
Physical exam reveals stiffness of the neck. The healthcare provider will
anticipate which diagnosis? - ANSWER b. Meningitis
, 27. Healthcare providers are treating a 49yo male complaining of diffuse
abdominal cramping. He has been ill with vomiting for 3 days. What
working diagnosis is most probable? - ANSWER d. Gastroenteritis
28. While assessing your patient, you note he involuntary flexes the legs in
response to flexing his neck. The patient is presenting with: - ANSWER b.
A positive Brudzinski's sign indicating possible meningitis
29. Healthcare providers are assessing an obese 49yo who is lethargic and
has not been feeling well for several days. His family reports a history of
extreme thirst. Vital sings are P 143, R 14, and BP 88/58. He takes
medication for type 2 diabetes daily. What is the most probably working
diagnosis? - ANSWER d. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic coma
30. A firefighter has been working a fire for 4 hours on a humid, hot day. He
suddenly becomes nauseated and restless. The provider observes pupil
dilation and an almond odor to his breath. The vital signs are P 56, R 22,
BP 140/86. The ECG reveals sinus bradycardia with occasional PACs.
Which toxin exposure has occurred? - ANSWER d. Cyanide poisoning
31. Healthcare providers are treating a patient that has taken an unknown
amount of a prescribed pain medicine along with an OTC analgesic
numerous times over the last 36 hours for chronic lumbar pain. The patient
is experiencing abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The providers note
pallor and diaphoresis. Blood glucose is 42. What toxin overdose is
suspected? - ANSWER b. Acetaminophen
32. A patient complains of nausea and is passing black, tarry stools
rectally. This patient is most likely suffering from: - ANSWER c. Upper GI
bleed
33. The provider assesses a patient suffering from fever, nausea, vomiting,
and per-umbilical pain. Further evaluation reveals RLQ pain and lower back
pain. A physical exam reveals an increase in RLQ pain when the patient's
right leg is extended from the hip (Psoas Sign). Which working diagnosis is
most appropriate? - ANSWER d. Appendicitis
34. Intra-abdominal bleeds, like pancreatitis, often present with
discoloration or bruising around the umbilicus. This physical exam finding is
known as: - ANSWER a. Cullen's sign
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