EMT Chap 19,21,22
A hypnotic drug is one that: A. induces sleep. B. prevents amnesia. C. increases the pulse. D. increases the senses.
A
A poison that enters the body by __________ is the MOST difficult to treat. A. injection B. ingestion C. inhalation D. absorption
A
Activated charcoal is only indicated for patients who have been exposed to poisons via the: A.Ingestion route B.Absorption route C.Injection route D.Inhalation route
A
Airborne substances are diluted with: A. oxygen. B. syrup of ipecac. C. activated charcoal. D. an alkaline antidote.
A
Although toxic exposures can have immediate and delayed effects, what type of exposure mechanism would initially present with pulmonary findings such as tachypnea, wheezing, or inspiratory crackles? A.Inhalation B.Absorption C.Injection D.Ingestion
A
An overdose on acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, will MOST likely cause: A. liver failure. B. gastric ulcers. C. kidney failure. D. central nervous system (CNS) depression.
A
As you enter the residence of a patient who has possibly overdosed, you should: A. be alert for personal hazards. B. look for drug paraphernalia. C. observe the scene for drug bottles. D. quickly gain access to the patient.
A
Before giving activated charcoal, you should: A. obtain approval from medical control. B. have the patient drink a glass of milk. C. mix it with an equal amount of water. D. mix the suspension by stirring the bottle.
A
Caffeine, amphetamine, and cocaine are examples of: A.stimulants. B.depressants. C.downers. D.inhalants.
A
Common names for activated charcoal include all of the following, EXCEPT: A. Fructose. B. Actidose. C. LiquiChar. D. InstaChar.
A
Diabetes, poor nutrition, and GI bleeding are common complications of: A.alcohol abuse. B.Epilepsy. C.hypertension. D.syncope.
A
During your assessment of a 50-year-old male who was found unconscious in an alley, you note that he has slow, shallow respirations; significant bradycardia; facial cyanosis; and pinpoint pupils. As your partner begins assisting the patient's ventilations, he directs your attention to the patient's arms, which have multiple needle tracks on them. This patient's clinical presentation is MOST consistent with: A. a heroin overdose. B. alcohol intoxication. C. a closed head injury. D. an overdose of diazepam (Valium).
A
Heroin is an example of a(n): A. opioid. B. hypnotic. C. cholinergic. D. sympathomimetic.
A
In general, injected poisons are impossible to dilute or remove because they: A. are usually absorbed quickly into the body. B. are usually fatal within 30 minutes of exposure. C. absorb slowly into the body, despite their potency. D. react with the blood, which increases their toxicity.
A
Most poisonings occur via the __________ route. A. ingestion B. injection C. inhalation D. absorption
A
Poisons that enter through the eye should be treated by: A.flushing with clean water. B.flushing with eye drops. C.flushing with milk. D.flushing with 0.9% normal saline solution.
A
Which of the following is TRUE of sudden alcohol withdrawal? A.It can lead to death. B.It is the best way to manage alcohol addiction. C.Patients who quit "cold turkey" usually experience few side effects. D.Sudden withdrawal from alcohol is always fatal
A
Which of the following statements regarding chronic alcohol abusers is TRUE? A.It is easy for the EMT to miss other medical conditions or injuries. B.Confusion and disorientation are uncommon in patients who abuse alcohol. C.The health risks related to alcohol abuse are only a concern when the patient is intoxicated. D.Indications of head injury will be obvious in patients who abuse alcohol.
A
Which of the following statements regarding inhaled poisons is correct? A. Lung damage may progress after the patient is removed from the environment. B. Carbon monoxide is very irritating to the upper airway and may cause swelling. C. Burns around the eyes are the most common indication of an inhalation poisoning. D. Chlorine is a colorless and odorless gas that causes hypoxia and pulmonary edema.
A
You and your paramedic partner are caring for a patient who ingested codeine, acetaminophen (Tylenol), and propoxyphene (Darvon). The patient is unresponsive, his breathing is slow and shallow, and his pulse is slow and weak. Treatment for this patient will include: A. assisted ventilation, naloxone (Narcan), and rapid transport. B. oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask and rapid transport. C. assisted ventilation, flumazenil (Romazicon), and rapid transport. D. oxygen via a nasal cannula, atropine, and rapid transport.
A
You are at the scene of a chemical plant where a patient has been exposed to hydrofluoric acid. The plant first aid kit includes calcium gluconate for treatment of hydrofluoric acid exposure. You should: A.Contact medical control and request permission to administer the drug. B.encourage the patient to self-administer the drug. C.immediately administer the drug. D.have a plant employee administer the drug.
A
You are caring for a 29-year-old female patient who is unconscious and has reportedly overdosed on heroin. Which of the following physical findings is MOST likely to be found? A.Constricted pupils B.Dilated pupils C.Rapid, deep breathing D.Sudden, uncontrolled hypertension
A
You are managing a patient who was exposed to hydrofluoric acid to his left hand and arm. What is the likely outcome for this patient after treatment? A.Death B.Extensive full-thickness burns C.Epidemic dermatitis D.Hypovolemia
A
You have just arrived at the scene of a patient who has reportedly ingested an unknown chemical at an industrial site. You find the patient to be unconscious and not breathing. Recognizing the importance of the absence of breathing, you should immediately: A.Ventilate the patient using a bag-valve mask while ensuring the airway is clear and patent. B.Administer oxygen via a non-rebreather mask at 15 LPM. C.Immediately administer mouth-to-mouth ventilations as any delay could result in permanent death. D.irrigate the mouth with sterile water, then begin ventilations with a bag-valve mask.
A
You receive a call to a residence where a man found his wife unconscious on the couch. The patient is unresponsive, her respiratory rate is 8 breaths/min, her breathing is shallow, her heart rate is 40 beats/min, and her pulse is weak. The husband hands you an empty bottle of hydrocodone (Vicodin), which was refilled the day before. You should: A. initiate ventilatory assistance. B. contact the poison control center. C. perform a rapid head-to-toe exam. D. apply oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.
A
You respond to a home where the parents found their 12-year-old son unconscious on the floor. A half-empty bottle of vodka is next to him. Which of the following physical findings is MOST likely? A.The patient's pulse is slow, and his blood pressure is very low. B.The patient's breathing is fast and deep. C.The patient's temperature is elevated, and his pupils are constricted. D.The patient is manic and wildly animated in his movements.
A
Your patient was described as having hallucinations before becoming lethargic and almost unresponsive. You note that she also has a decreased respiratory effort. What type of drug is most likely causing this condition? A.Downer B.Narcotic C.Upper D.Cocaine
A
Your unit has arrived on the scene of a private residence where the scene has been determined to be safe. According to the parents, their six-year-old son may have taken a handful of pills, thinking they were candy. You should contact medical direction or the poison control center to consider administering: A.activated charcoal. B.dilution with milk. C.syrup of ipecac. D.rinse mouth out with water.
A
A patient who presents with rapid breathing, nausea and vomiting, ringing in the ears, and a high fever should be suspected of ingesting a significant quantity of: A. cocaine. B. aspirin. C. Tylenol. D. ibuprofen.
B
A substance that will neutralize a poison is called: A.a dilution. B.an antidote. C.an anti-drug. D.a cure.
B
Activated charcoal is given to patients who have ingested certain substances because it: A. induces vomiting and empties the stomach. B. binds to the substance and prevents absorption. C. decreases absorption of poisons into the lungs. D. is a direct antidote for many toxic substances.
B
After administering activated charcoal to a patient, it is MOST important to: A. call medical control. B. be alert for vomiting. C. reassess the patient's blood pressure. D. document the intervention.
B
For a patient with a known ingestion of an acid substance, you should immediately: A.administer activated charcoal in the appropriate dosage. B.contact medical control or a poison control center. C.administer an equivalent amount of an alkali to neutralize the acid. D.administer syrup of ipecac in the appropriate dosage.
B
Hypotension, hypoventilation, and pinpoint pupils would be expected following an overdose of: A. ecstasy. B. oxycodone (Percocet). C. amphetamine sulfate (Benzedrine). D. crack cocaine.
B
Knowing whether your patient has a history of alcohol abuse is important because: A.it changes the manner in which you will manage airway, breathing, and circulatory problems. B.there may be a greater safety risk with patients who abuse alcohol. C.alcohol abuse is a criminal offense in most states. D.this is information that is not normally obtained at the hospital
B
Signs and symptoms of a sympathomimetic drug overdose include: A. sedation. B. tachycardia. C. hypotension. D. slurred speech.
B
The EMT's primary responsibility to the patient who has been poisoned is to: A. administer the appropriate antidote. B. recognize that a poisoning occurred. C. administer 25 g of activated charcoal. D. contact poison control immediately.
B
The LAST stage of alcohol withdrawal is delirium tremens (DTs). Remember that the DTs: A.are usually asymptomatic. B.are life threatening. C.occur acutely when the person stops drinking alcohol. D.are self-limiting.
B
The MOST commonly abused drug in the United States is: A. cocaine. B. alcohol. C. codeine. D. marijuana.
B
The major side effect associated with ingestion of activated charcoal is: A. headache. B. black stools. C. abdominal pain. D. ringing in the ears.
B
Volatile chemicals are agents that can: A.slowly absorb into body tissues, causing widespread damage. B.change easily from a liquid into a gas. C.catch fire. D.change easily from a gas to a liquid.
B
What is the best description of an antidote? A.A substance that protects the patient against the effects of the poison. B. A substance that will neutralize the effects of the poison or toxic substance C.A binding agent that allows the liver to breakdown the substance D.An agent that causes the body to breakdown the poison into a non-harmful state
B
What is the single most important treatment for a patient suffering from inhaled poisoning? A.Identify the specific poison the patient was exposed to and ensuring all bottles, containers, or appropriate labels are transported with the patient. B.Administering high-concentration oxygen as soon as it is safely possible to do so. C.Perform a secondary assessment with vital signs. D.Transporting the patient emergency traffic to the nearest appropriate facility.
B
What route is activated charcoal administered? A.Absorption B.Ingestion C.Injection D.Sublingual
B
When caring for a known alcoholic patient with severe trauma to the chest and abdomen, you should be concerned that: A. delirium tremens (DTs) are commonly induced by physical trauma and can lead to life-threatening seizures. B. internal bleeding may be profuse because prolonged alcohol use may impair the blood's ability to clot. C. long bone fractures are likely because chronic alcohol consumption weakens the structure of the bones. D. signs and symptoms of shock may be masked by the stimulant effects produced by alcohol.
B
When treating a patient for a poisoning, you should keep in mind that: A.you will be giving specific antidotes for the poison. B.your treatment will be based on the exact substance or the route by which it was taken. C.because many poisons cause vomiting, you will want to place the patient in the supine position for airway control. D.your treatment will be based on the presenting signs and symptoms
B
Which of the following is TRUE about absorbed poisons? A.If the poison is a dry chemical, immediately flush the area with clean water. B.Absorbed poisons frequently irritate or damage the skin. C.Absorbed poisons cause local reactions at the point of contact but rarely cause systemic reactions. D.A contaminated eye should be irrigated from the corner of the eye across the bridge of the nose
B
Which of the following patients should NOT be administered activated charcoal? A.Patient who has overdosed on aspirin B.Patient experiencing an altered mental status C.Patient who is currently taking antibiotics D.Patient who has overdosed on acetaminophen
B
Which question is the most relevant when determining how long the poison has been in the system? A.What effect is the patient experiencing from the poisoning? B.When did the poisoning occur? C.What substance was involved? D.What is the patient's weight
B
While you are managing your patient's airway, a family member tells you that the patient regularly takes pills for severe back pain. Given that your patient presents with signs and symptoms of overdose, your patient most likely overdosed on: A.heroin B.a prescription narcotic C.a downer D.alcohol
B
You are caring for a patient who has apparently attempted suicide by taking her father's prescription drug. In addition to knowing what drug it is, its dosage, and when she took the drug, what other detail related to the drug is important? A.When the medication was prescribed to the father B.How many capsules were in the container before and after the ingestion C.Whether the medication a brand name or generic D.The expiration date on the container
B
You are dispatched to a local nursery for a 39-year-old female who is sick. When you arrive, you find the patient lying on the floor. She is semiconscious, has copious amounts of saliva coming from her mouth, and is incontinent of urine. You quickly feel her pulse and note that it is very slow. Initial management for this patient should include: A. thoroughly suctioning her oropharynx. B. assisted ventilation with a bag-mask device. C. performing a rapid secondary assessment. D. requesting a paramedic to give her atropine.
B
You are summoned by law enforcement to the scene of a 52-year-old female patient. The patient appears intoxicated, and the police tell you that she has a history of alcohol abuse. The police request that you transport the patient to an alternative destination (a detoxification unit). What is your best course of action? A.Abide by the police officers' request, as they have the authority over the patient. B.Confer with your medical control, and allow them to determine the patient's destination. C.Have the patient sign a refusal for transport, and instruct the police to do the transporting. D.Ignore the request from the police, and transport the patient to the hospital.
B
Your partner is reviewing the actions of activated charcoal. You tell him that activated charcoal A.Providing a laxative effect, resulting in diarrhea. B.Adheres to many poisons, reducing absorption by the body. C.Dilutes the poison prior to being absorbed by the body. D.Works well when an acid or alkali has been ingested.
B
Your priority in caring for a patient with a surface contact poisoning is to: A. move the patient to a safe area. B. avoid contaminating yourself. C. decontaminate the patient's skin. D. obtain and maintain a patent airway.
B
Your unit is dispatched to the county jail for an intoxicated inmate. Upon arrival, you find the patient, a 33-year-old male, lying supine in a jail cell. He is responsive to painful stimuli only and has slow, shallow respirations. You should be MOST concerned that this patient: A. might become violent. B. may vomit and aspirate. C. may experience a seizure. D. is severely hypoglycemic.
B
A 3-year-old female ingested several leaves from a plant in the living room. The child's mother is not sure what type of plant it is, stating that she bought it simply because it was pretty. After completing your initial assessment of the child, you should: A. administer 25 g of activated charcoal. B. induce vomiting with syrup of ipecac. C. contact the regional poison control center. D. immediately transport the child to the hospital.
C
A 4-year-old male ingested an unknown quantity of acetaminophen (Tylenol). The child's mother states that the ingestion occurred approximately 20 minutes ago. The child is conscious and alert and in no apparent distress. After contacting medical control, you should: A. induce vomiting with syrup of ipecac. B. transport the child for definitive care. C. administer up to 25 g of activated charcoal. D. give the child cold milk to absorb the Tylenol
C
A patient with carbon monoxide poisoning was exposed by: A.absorption. B.injection. C.inhalation. D.ingestion.
C
Activated charcoal administration is contraindicated in patients who have ingested: A. ibuprofen. B. acetaminophen (Tylenol). C. acids or alkalis. D. steroid drugs.
C
Adults who chronically abuse alcohol are prone to suffer from what common disease? A.COPD B.Obesity C.Diabetes D.Arthritis
C
Atropine sulfate and pralidoxime chloride are antidotes for: A. lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD). B. diphenhydramine (Benadryl). C. nerve gas agents. D. anticholinergic drugs.
C
By which route are IV drugs abused? A.Absorption B.Inhalation C.Injection D.Ingestion
C
Bystanders report that your patient was "huffing" before losing consciousness. You know that huffing is: A.snorting marijuana. B.crushing up cocaine and snorting it. C.inhaling a poison intentionally. D.crushing up acetaminophen and snorting it.
C
DTs is a syndrome associated with withdrawal from: A. cocaine. B. opioids. C. alcohol. D. sedatives
C
Difficulty breathing, coughing, and carbon residue in the mouth are signs of: A.carbon monoxide poisoning. B.an injected poison. C.smoke inhalation. D.insecticide exposure.
C
Paint, Freon, and amyl nitrate are examples of poisons that are sometimes: A.mixed unintentionally, causing toxic fumes. B.contribute to most incidences of exposure to absorbed poisons. C.inhaled on purpose to get a "high." D.improperly labeled as nontoxic.
C
Syrup of ipecac is no longer recommended to treat patients who have ingested a poisonous substance because it: A. has been linked to hypotension. B. does not effectively induce vomiting. C. may result in aspiration of vomitus. D. has toxic effects on the myocardium.
C
The poison control center will be able to provide you with the most information regarding the appropriate treatment for a patient with a drug overdose if the center: A. knows the location of the closest hospital. B. is aware of the patient's age and gender. C. is aware of the substance that is involved. D. knows why the patient overdosed on the drug.
C
The standard adult dosage of activated charcoal is: A.150 to 200 grams. B.2 grams per kilogram. C.1 gram per kilogram. D.12.5 to 25 grams.
C
What is the most common route of accidental poisoning in pediatric patients? A.Injection B.Inhalation C.Ingestion D.Absorption
C
When responding to a drug or alcohol abuse emergency, you should keep in mind that: A.because of specific signs and symptoms, drug and/or alcohol emergencies are very distinct from other medical emergencies. B.most drug and alcohol abusers will easily cooperate with you. C.your safety is your first responsibility. D.a rapid response and immediate entry to the patient are vital.
C
Which of the following drugs is NOT a sedative-hypnotic? A. secobarbital (Seconal) B. diazepam (Valium) C. cocaine D. flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)
C
Which type of poisoning most likely occurs on farms? A.Exposure to acetaminophen B.Exposure to carbon dioxide C.Exposure to a pesticide D.Exposure to a nerve agent
C
You face a situation in which a victim of chlorine gas poisoning is still conscious but lying on the ground, and the area surrounding him is contaminated with chlorine gas. What would be your BEST course of action? A.Wrap a water-soaked cloth around your nose and mouth, and attempt the rescue. B.Take a deep breath, and rush in to rapidly extricate the victim. C.Summon specially trained personnel wearing appropriate protective gear to rescue the victim while you try to coax the patient out of the contaminated area. D.You and your partner should take turns attempting the rescue, minimizing exposure to less than five minutes for each of you.
C
You respond to a local motel for a young female who was sexually assaulted. The patient is conscious but confused. She tells you that the last thing she remembers was drinking beer at a club with her friends the night before. When she awoke, she was in the bed of the motel room. You should be MOST suspicious that this patient: A. is a heroin abuser. B. is acutely intoxicated. C. was given flunitrazepam (Rohypnol). D. is abusing marijuana.
C
You respond to a shopping mall, where you find a 13-year-old male unconscious on the floor. His friends tell you that he was "huffing." He is breathing about six times a minute, with a pulse of 50. What should be your MOST immediate course of action? A.Remove him from the environment, since the gases of huffing tend to remain in the area. B.Administer high-flow oxygen via nonrebreather mask at 15 lpm. C.Protect his airway, and begin assisting his ventilations with oxygen. D.Seek permission from his parents to begin treatment.
C
A 49-year-old male presents with confusion, sweating, and visual hallucinations. The patient's wife tells you that he is a heavy drinker and she thinks he had a seizure shortly before your arrival. This patient is MOST likely experiencing: A. acute hypovolemia. B. alcohol intoxication. C. acute schizophrenia. D. DTs.
D
A person who routinely misuses a substance and requires increasing amounts to achieve the same effect is experiencing a(n): A. addiction. B. dependence. C. withdrawal. D. tolerance.
D
Amphetamines have what effect on the body? A.Depressant B.Sedation C.HallucinogenD .Stimulant
D
Emergency care of a patient with inhalation poisoning includes: A.applying high-concentration oxygen by a nonrebreather mask if the patient is not breathing. B.placing the patient in the Trendelenburg position to increase blood flow to the brain. C.rinsing the patient completely with water as a means of decontamination. D.starting positive pressure ventilation with supplemental oxygen immediately if the patient is not breathing adequately.
D
Emergency medical care for a patient who has ingested a poison includes: A.Noting the appearance of the vomitus prior to disposing of it B.Inducing vomiting as soon as possible C.Flushing the mouth of an unresponsive patient D.Administering activated charcoal, per medical direction
D
In a patient suspected of an acetaminophen overdose, it is important to determine if the patient has a history of alcohol abuse because A.The two combined often cause an allergic reaction B.Alcohol potentiates (makes worse) the toxic effects of acetaminophen C.Alcohol combined with acetaminophen produces cocaethylene, a dangerous substance D.Alcohol abusers often have damaged livers, a condition that is made worse by acetaminophen
D
In a patient who is experiencing tachycardia, hypertension, nausea, and tremors, you should suspect: A.an aspirin overdose. B.a benzodiazepine overdose. C.a narcotic overdose. D.an antidepressant overdose.
D
In an apparent suicide attempt, a 19-year-old female ingested a full bottle of amitriptyline (Elavil). At present, she is conscious and alert and states that she swallowed the pills approximately 30 minutes earlier. Her blood pressure is 90/50 mm Hg, her pulse is 140 beats/min and irregular, and her respirations are 22 breaths/min with adequate depth. When transporting this patient, you should be MOST alert for: A. acute respiratory depression. B. a sudden outburst of violence. C. an increase in her blood pressure. D. seizures and cardiac arrhythmias.
D
In caring for a patient who has taken PCP, it is important to remember that: A.PCP causes the same types of signs and symptoms as narcotics. B.the drug is expensive and difficult to manufacture. C.the effects of PCP are subtle and difficult to detect in the patient. D.the drug has mind-altering effects.
D
It is MOST important to determine a patient's weight when asking questions pertaining to a toxic ingestion because: A. additional help may be needed at the scene to lift the patient. B. this will allow you to predict if the exposure is lethal. C. this will determine whether or not to give syrup of ipecac. D. activated charcoal is given based on a patient's weight.
D
Phosphorus or elemental sodium should be brushed off of the skin instead of irrigated with water because: A. water makes these chemicals impossible to remove. B. severe swelling will occur when mixed with water. C. this will eliminate the chances of you being exposed. D. these chemicals may ignite upon contact with water.
D
Substance abuse is MOST accurately defined as: A. knowingly selling illicit drugs in order to buy more drugs. B. willfully using a therapeutic drug to treat a medical illness. C. unwillingly and unknowingly consuming drugs or alcohol. D. knowingly misusing a substance to produce a desired effect.
D
The first priority to treat a patient exposed to dry lime powder is to: A.soak the affected area with copious amounts of warm water. B.neutralizing the chemical with the appropriate substance. C.leaving the patient's clothing and jewelry on so that these items can be decontaminated also. D.brushing any dry chemicals or solid toxins from the patient's skin
D
The therapeutic mechanism by which activated charcoal works is by: A.causing the substances in the stomach to solidify into a single, solid mass. B.increasing the motility (movement of substances) through the gastrointestinal system to expulsion. C.causing an unpleasant taste and resultant vomiting. D.Binding poisons through adsorption thus preventing poisons from being absorbed by the body.
D
The usual dose for activated charcoal is up to ______ for a pediatric patient and up to ______ for an adult patient. A. 5 g, 10 g B. 10 g, 20 g C. 12.5 g, 25 g D. 25 g, 50 g
D
What is the most common route of exposure to carbon monoxide? A.Absorption B.Injection C.Ingestion D.Inhalation
D
Which of the following questions would be of LEAST pertinence during the initial questioning of a patient who ingested a substance? A. How much of the substance was taken? B. How long ago was it taken? C. What type of substance was taken? D. Why was the substance ingested?
D
Which of the following statements regarding the Salmonella bacterium is correct? A. Refrigeration of food will prevent salmonellosis. B. Symptoms of salmonellosis appear within 12 hours. C. The Salmonella bacterium produces toxins that cause food poisoning. D. The Salmonella bacterium itself causes food poisoning.
D
While on scene with a patient presenting with altered mental status, his friend on scene states that the patient was spraying some type of "aerosol" into a rag and "breathing through the rag." Based on this information, your patient most LIKELY inhaled poisons through which process? A.Vaping B.Puffing C.Bagging D.Huffing
D
You and your crew are treating a young female who was found unconscious in her kitchen near the back door. After a few minutes of caring for her, you feel lightheaded and dizzy. You and your crew all report the onset of headaches and some nausea. What should you do? A.Place an oxygen mask to your face and order your EMS crew out of the room while you stay and continue to treat the patient to avoid abandonment. B.Stay with the victim and wait for specially trained personnel. C.Ignore the symptoms, as they will likely pass soon. D.Retreat immediately to fresh air, taking the victim with you.
D
You respond to a college campus for a young male who is acting strangely. After law enforcement has secured the scene, you enter the patient's dorm room and find him sitting on the edge of the bed; he appears agitated. As you approach him, you note that he has dried blood around both nostrils. He is breathing adequately, his pulse is rapid and irregular, and his blood pressure is 200/110 mm Hg. Treatment for this patient includes: A. requesting a paramedic to administer naloxone (Narcan). B. assisting his ventilations with a bag-mask device. C. asking law enforcement to place handcuffs on the patient. D. attempting to calm him and giving him oxygen if tolerated.
D
Your paramedic partner administers atropine to a 49-year-old male with bradycardia. Which of the following side effects would you expect the patient to experience? A. pupillary constriction B. excessive lacrimation C. a fall in blood pressure D. dry mucous membranes
D
Your patient has been abusing alcohol for some time and now has experienced a sudden withdrawal from it. You should expect to see: A.apathy, long periods of sleep, irritability, depression, and disorientation. B.longer, more intense "trip" episodes, psychosis, or exacerbation of preexisting psychiatric problems. C.watery eyes, runny nose, diarrhea, cramps, and nausea. D.anxiety, insomnia, tremors, delirium, convulsions, and possibly death.
D
