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What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - correct answer In larger doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95 A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to pericarditis? - correct answer 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST...

A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3F (39C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? - correct answer Seizure -Chapter 2 A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations and vomitus in and around the mouth...

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? a. Initiate an IV and administer naloxone b. Supplemental oxygen and suction c. Obtain a blood glucose level d. Begin BVM ventilations - correct 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...

AMLS Final Exam Questions and Answers What do you do for pin point pupils and low respirations? - Correct Answer ️️ -Manage airway first, then give Narcan. If a patient who has pin point pupils and low respirations is vomiting, what do you do first? - Correct Answer ️️ -Suction their airway COPD and Pulmonary Emphysema patients usually have a history of what? - Correct Answer ️️ -AFib What does AFib cause? - Correct Answer ️️ -Blood clots, which cause an increase risk for...

AMLS Pretest v 1.11 Exam Questions and Answers A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? - Correct Answer ️️ -Seizure A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow ...

A 19-year-old female is flushed, itchy, and wheezing after eating crab legs. Her vital signs are BP 90/64 mm Hg, P 128 bpm, R 24 breaths/min. Which intervention is indicated first? - ANSWER-Epinephrine intramuscular A 2-year-old male is found chewing on berries from a lily of the valley plant. Predict his vital signs. - ANSWER-BP 70/50 P 70 bpm A 22-year-old female is found at a party unresponsive and breathing approximately 8 breaths/min. Her skin is gray. Which of the following signs or ...

Signs and Symptoms of Acute Myocardial Infarction - ANSWER-Obstruction of coronary artery by clot or thrombus. Signs and Symptoms or the same as Acute Coronary Syndrome. nSudden onset of chest pain, often described as pressure and heaviness. Radiates to arm and or jaw. Also likely to have shortness of air, diaphoresis, pale, mottled, cool skin, weakness, lightheaded, nausea, vomitting, and or impending feeling of doom. page 197 Treatment of Acute Myocardial Infarction - ANSWER-The accronym ...

Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) Assessment Pathway - ANSWER-A dependable framework to support the reduction of morbibity and mortality by using an assessment-based approach to determine a differential diagnosis and effectively manage a broad range of medical emergencies. Assessment-based patient management - ANSWER-Utilizing the patient's cardinal presentation; historical, diagnostic, and physical exam findings; and one's own critical thinking skills as a healthcare professional to dia...

What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - ANSWER-In larger doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95 A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to pericarditis? - ANSWER-12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segment elevation...

An elderly patient in an assisted-living facility presents with a diminished level of consciousness and elevated white blood count. Assessment reveals pale, clammy skin and a urinary catheter with dark-colored urine. Vital signs are P 132, R 38 and shallow, BP 78/46, SpO2 91%, and T 100.8°F (32.8°C). What classification of shock is the patient most likely experiencing? - ANSWER-Distributive An anxious male complains of a sore throat, fever, chills, dental pain, and dyspnea. The patient has...