EMT 30-33
A 66-year-old male presents with dark red rectal bleeding and abdominal pain. He is conscious and alert; however, his skin is cool and clammy and his pulse is rapid. Further assessment reveals that his blood pressure is 112/60 mm Hg. Which of the following questions would be most pertinent to ask him? A. Has blood soaked through your undergarments? B. Do you take any over the counter medications? C. Have you experienced recent abdominal trauma? D. What does your blood pressure normally run?
Have you experienced recent abdominal trauma?
You are dispatched to a residence for a young female who is sick. The patient complains of a rash to her lower extremities and truncal area. Your assessment reveals a small, painful blister on her inner thigh. As your partner is taking the patient's vital signs, she states that she and her family returned from a camping trip two days ago. On the basis of this patient's presentation, you should suspect: A. An allergic reaction B. Rocky Mountain Spotted fever C. Exposure to poison ivy D. Lyme dis
Lyme disease
A 30-year-old male was rescued after being lost in the woods for approximately 18 hours. The outside temperature is 30°F (-1C°). He is immediately placed in the warmed ambulance, where you perform a primary assessment. He is unresponsive, pale, and apneic. You should: A. Open his airway and give two rescue breaths B. Assess for a carotid pulse for up to 60 seconds. C. Apply an automated external defibrillator and assess his cardiac rhythm D. Apply chemical heat packs to his groin and axilla
assess for a carotid pulse for up to 60 seconds
You and your partner respond to a park where several people were reportedly struck by lightning. When you arrive, you find three patients. The first patient is lying supine on the ground; he is unresponsive and does not appear to be breathing. The second patient is ambulatory, appears confused, and is holding his arm against his chest. The third patient is sitting on the ground holding the sides of his head. After calling for backup, you should: A. Focus your initial treatment efforts on the pa
assess the unresponsive patient's pulse, begin CPR starting with chest compressions if he is pulseless, and attach the automated external defibrillator as soon as possible
A dysbarium injury refers to the signs and symptoms related to changes in: A. rapid ascent. B. Barometric pressure C. Rapid Descent D. Decompression
barometric pressure
When worn properly, a seat belt should lie: A. across the abdominal wall at the level of the umbilicus and against the hip joints B. above the anterior posteiror iliac spines of the pelvis and below the hip joints C. below the anterior superior iliac spines of the pelvis and against the hip joints D. across the abdominal walla t the level of the diaphragm and below the hip joints
below the anterior superior iliac spines of the pelvis and against the hip joints
Patients with generalized hypothermia are at an increased risk of a local cold injury because: A. Blood is shunted away from the extremities to the body's core B. The patient usually unable to escape the cold ambient temperature. C. The major muscles of the body become rigid during hypothermia D. Peripheral vasodilation brings warm blood to the skin's surface
blood is shunted away from the extremities to the body's core
Hypothermia can worsen internal bleeding secondary to: A. Blood-clotting abnormalities B. Severe muscular rigidity C. A decreased heart rate D. Cardiac arrhythmias
blood-clotting abnormalities
In contrast to Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever: A. Might be confused with rheumatoid arthritis B. Presents with flu-like symptoms and a bull's-eye rash C. Causes painful joint swelling after a few days or weeks D. Can cause paralysis and cardiorespiratory collapse
can cause paralysis and cardiorespiratory collapse
The venom of a brown recluse spider is cytotoxic, meaning that it: A. Causes severe local tissue damage B. Destroys the body's red blood cells C. Weakens the structure of the bones D. Suppresses the respiratory drive
causes severe local tissue damage
You are transporting a patient with blunt abdominal trauma. The patient is unstable and is experiencing obvious signs and symptoms of shock. Your estimated time of arrival at the hospital is less than 10 minutes. After treating the patient appropriately, you should: A. forgo the hospital radio report because of his condition B. perform a comprehesnive secondary assessment C. begin documenting the call on the patient care form D. closely monitor him and reassess him frequently
closely monitor him and reassess him frequently
When a warm hand is immersed in water that is 70°F (21°C), heat is transferred from the hand to the water through a process called: A. Conduction B. Evaporation C. Radiation D. Convection
conduction
The transfer of heat to circulating air, such as when cool air moves across the body's surface, is called: A. Evaporation B. Convection C. Conduction D. Radiation
convection
Drowning is MOST accurately defined as: A. Death beyond 24 hours after submersion in water. B. Temporary survival after submersion in water C. Water in the lungs following submersion in water D. Death from suffocation after submersion in water
death from suffocation after submersion in water
Difficulty breathing and a sunken appearance of the anterior abdominal wall is MOST indicative of a ruptured: A.spleen B.stomach C.diaphragm D.aorta
diaphragm
Accumulation of blood in the abdominal cavity will most likely cause: A. nausea or vomiting B. diffuse bruising C. referred pain D. distention
distention
Which of the following medications increases a person's risk of a heat-related emergency? A. Motrin B. Aspirin C. Diuretics D. Tylenol
diuretics
Geriatric patients, newborns, and infants are especially prone to hyperthermia because they: A. Have less body fat. B. Have relatively smaller heads C. Have smaller body surface areas D. exhibit poor thermoregulation.
exhibit poor thermoregulation
All of the following terms refer to a body part that is cold but not frozen, EXCEPT: A. Frostbite B. Frostnip C. Immersion foot. D. Trench foot
frostbite
A 21-year-old female was lost in the woods for several hours. The ambient temperature is 25 degrees Farenheit. She is lethargic and confused. The skin on her hands is waxy and white. What should you do? a. Apply heat packs on her neck, armpits, and groin B. Place several heat packs on her legs and arms. C. Vigorously rub the patient's extremities. D. Gently wrap the patient in several dry blankets.
gently wrap the patient in several dry blankets
A 40-year-old male presents with severe abdominal pain after blunt trauma. He is diaphoretic, intensely thirsty, and has a weak and rapid pulse. Appropriate treatment for this patient includes all of the following, except: A. Promptly transporting him to the hospital B. giving him small sips of plain water C. administering supplemental oxygen D. covering him with a warm blanket
giving him small sips of plain water
A sign of kidney damage after blunt trauma is: A. hematochezia B.hematuria C.hemoptysis D.hematemesis
hematuria
Peritonitis usually occurs when: A. hollow abdominal organs are damaged and spill their contents B. bacteria or viruses invade the walls of the gastrointestinal tract C. the vessels that supply the abdominal organs become inflamed D. solid abdominal organs bleed secondary to penetrating trauma
hollow abdominal organs are damaged and spill their contents
Common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion include all of the following, EXCEPT: A. Dry tongue and thirst B. Nausea C. Tachycardia D. Hot, dry skin.
hot, dry skin
To obtain the MOST accurate reading of a patient's core body temperature, you should place a special hypothermia thermometer: A. Under the patient's armpit B. Into the patient's rectum C. Under the patient's tongue D. Behind the patient's knee
into the patient's rectum
During your assessment of a patient who experienced blunt trauma to the abdomen, you notice bruising around the umbilicus. This is a sign of: A. a severe liver laceration B. a ruptured spleen C. rupture of a hollow orgabn D. intra abdominal bleeding
intra-abdominal bleeding
In contract to the brown recluse spider, the black widow spider: A. Has a bite that is typically painless until a blister develops B. Is very small and has a violin-shaped marking on its back C. Is large and has a red-orange hourglass mark on its abdomen. D. has a bite that usually produces local pain but no systemic signs or symptoms.
is large and has a red-orange hourglass mark on its abdomen
For sweating to be an effective cooling mechanism: A. It must evaporate from the body B. Several layers of clothing must be worn C. The relative humidity must be above 90% D. The body must produce at least 1 L per hour.
it must evaporate from the body
While assessing a 21-year-old female who struck a tree head-on with her small passenger car, you note that her air bag deployed. You should: A. carefully assess her upper chest for seatbelt related injuries B. perform a head to toe assessment while she is in the car C. lift the airbag and look for deformity to the steering wheel D. extricate her immediately and transport to a trauma center
lift the airbag and look for deformity to the steering wheel
Which of the following statements regarding lightning strikes is correct? A. The tissue damage pathway caused by lightning usually occurs through the skin B. Lightning strikes might cause cardiac dysrhythmias that spontaneously resolve C. Cervical spine fractures are the most common cause of lightning-related deaths. D. Victim who are struck by lightning often experience severe full-thickness burns
lightning strikes might cause cardiac dysrhythmias that spontaneously resolve
Bruising to the right upper quadrant of the abdomen following blunt trauma is MOST suggestive of injury to the: A.spleen B.stommach C.kidney D.liver
liver
Which of the following organs would most likely bleed profusely when injured? A. liver B.stomach C.intestine D.bladder
liver
Which of the following is an early sign of pit viper envenomation? A. Syncope and bleeding at distal sites B. Signs and symptoms of hypoperfusion C. General weakness and diaphoresis D. Local swelling and ecchymosis
local swelling and ecchymosis
A frostbitten foot can be identified by the presence of: A. Mottling and blisters B. Soft, smooth skin C. Blanching of the skin D. Gross deformity
mottling and blisters
You and your partner are standing by at a large social event at a river resort when a franctic woman tells you that she found a young male floating face-down in the water. Nobody claims to have witnessed the events. After your and your partner enter the water and reach the patient, you should: A. Immediately secure him to a longboard B. Open his airway with the jaw-thrust maneuver. C. Begin ventilations with a barrier device. D. Move him as a unit to a supine position
move him as a unit to a supine position
High air temperature reduces the body's ability to lose heat by: A. Convection B. Evaporation C. Radiation D. Conduction
radiation
A patient with a core body temperature of 95°F (35°C) will most likely experience: A. Muscle stiffness. B. Loss of consciousness C. Rapid breathing D. A slow pulse
rapid breathing
An air embolism associated with diving occurs when: A. The diver hyperventilates prior entering the water B. High water pressure forces air into the mediastinum C. The alveoli completely collapse due to high pressure D. The diver holds his or her breath during a rapid ascent.
the diver holds his or her breath during a rapid ascent
Which of the following statements regarding abdominal eviscerations is correct? A. the organs should be replaced carefully to avoid heat loss B. most eviscerations occur to the left upper quadrant C. the protruding organs should be kept warm and moist D. adherent material is preferred when covering an evisceration
the protruding organs should be kept warm and moist
Most of the serious injuries associated with scuba diving are caused by: A. Too rapid of an ascent B. Cold water temperature C. Too rapid of a descent D. Alcohol consumption
too rapid of an ascent
A 22-year-old male was kicked in the abdomen several times. You find him lying on his left side with his knees drawn up. He is conscious and alert and complains of increased pain and nausea when he tries to straighten his legs. His blood pressure is 142/82 mm Hg, his pulse rate is 110 beats/min and strong, and his respirations are 22 breaths/min and regular. In addition to administering high-flow oxygen, you should: A. apply full spinal motion restriction precautions B. transport him in the posi
transport him in the position in which you found him
Which of the following organs is at most risk for injury as the result of a pelvic fracture? A. urinary bladder B. fallopian tubes C. pancreas D. liver or spleen
urinary bladder
Removal of a tick should be accomplished by: A. Using tweezers to pull it straight out of the skin B. Burning it with a lighted match to cause it to release its grip C. Suffocating it with gasoline D. Suffocating it with vaseline
using fine tweezers to pull it straight out of the skin
You are assessing a 33-year-old male who complains of severe abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea. He tells you that he was gathering wood to build a fire when he felt a sudden, sharp pain on the back of his hand. Your assessment reveals that the patient's abdomen is rigid and painful to palpation. You should suspect: A. A brown recluse spider bite B. A black widow spider bite C. Envenomation from a pit viper D. Rocky Mountain spotted fever
a black widow spider bite
The mesentery is: A. a layer of thick skeletal muscles that protects the abdominal organs B. a membranous fold that attaches the intestine to the walls of the body C. the point of attachment between the small and large intestines D. a complex network of blood vessels that supply blood to the liver
a membranous fold that attaches the intestines to the walls of the body
Compression injuries to the abdomen that occur during a motor vehicle crash are typically the result of: A. airbag redeployment B.rapid vehicle deceleration C. a poorly placed lap belt D. failure to wear seat belts
a poorly placed lap belt
Compared to adults, infants and children are at higher risk for hypothermia for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT: A. Relatively small surface area B. Smaller amount of body fat C. A decreased ability to shiver D. A smaller overall muscle mass
a relatively small surface area
Breath-holding syncope is caused by a decreased stimulus to breathe and occurs when: A. A swimmer breathes shallowly before entering the water. B. A swimmer hyperventilates prior to entering the water. C. A diver holds his or her breath for along period of time. . D. A diver holds his or her breath during a staged ascent.
a swimmer hyperventilates prior to entering the water
Signs of late heatstroke include: A. A change in behavior B. hot, moist skin C. A weak, rapid pulse D. Nausea and vomiting
a weak, rapid pulse
To assess a patient's general body temperature, pull back on your glove and place the back of your hand on his or her skin at the: A. Chest B. Forehead C. Neck D. Abdomen
abdomen
The MOST prominent symptom of decompression sickness is: A. Difficulty with vision B. Abdominal or joint pain C. Tightness in the chest D. Dizziness and nausea
abdominal or joint pain
After being stung on the leg by a jellyfish, a man complains of severe pain to his leg, dizziness, and difficulty breathing. He has a red rash covering his trunk and his blood pressure is 90/50 mm Hg. The EMT should: A. Begin transport and immerse his leg in hot water to help reduce pain. B. Remove the stingers from his leg by scraping them with a stiff object C. Apply warmth to the sting area and cover it with a dry sterile dressing D. Administer oxygen and epinephrine and prepare for rapid t
administer oxygen and epinephrine and prepare for rapid transport
An unresponsive trauma patient has a large open abdominal wound with massive external bleeding. You should: A. open the patient's airway B. ventilate the patient with a bag-mask device C. apply direct pressure to the wound D. apply oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask
apply direct pressure to the wound
A 54-year-old male experienced an avulsions to his penis when his foreskin got caught in the zipper of his pants. He was able to unzip his pants and remove the foreskin prior to your arrival. Your assessment reveals that he is in severe pain and that the avulsion is bleeding moderately. The most appropriate treatment for this patient includes: A. covering the avulsion with moist, sterile dressings B. applying direct pressure with a dry, sterile dressing C.requesting a paramedic to administer pai
applying direct pressure with a dry, sterile dressing
A 20-year-old male was accidentally shot in the right upper abdominal quadrant with an arrow during an archery contest. Prior to your arrival, the patient removed the arrow. Your assessment reveals that he is conscious and alert with stable vital signs. The entrance wound is bleeding minimally and appears to be superficial. You should: A. assume that the arrow injured an internal organ B. transport only if signs of shock begin to develop C. carefully probe the woundd to determine its depth D. cl
assume that the arrow injured an internal organ
When documenting a call involving a female patient who was sexually assaulted, the EMT should: A. theorize as to why the sexual assault occurred B. include a description of the suspected perpetrator C.avoid speculation and document only factual data D. include the results of the internal vaginal exam
avoid speculation and document only factual data
A football player was struck by another player in the right flank area just below the posterior rib cage. He complains of severe pain and point tenderness to the area. Your assessment reveals that there is a small amount of blood in his underwear. You should be most suspicious for: A. blunt injury to the kidney B. a lacerated liver or spleen C. a ruptured urinary bladder D. external henitilia injury
blunt injury to the kidney
The diving reflex might allow a person to survive extended periods of submersion in cold water secondary to: A. Laryngospasm that protects the lungs from water B. bradycardia and a slowing of the metabolic rate C. Tachycardia and a lowering of the blood pressure D. Increases in the metabolic rate and oxygen demand
bradycardia and a slowing of the metabolic rate
The body's natural protective mechanisms against heat loss are: A. Constriction of blood vessels in the skin and shivering B. Vasodilation and respiration C. Respiration and constriction of blood vessels in the skin D. Shivering and vasodilation
constriction of blood vessels in the skin and shivering
Your presence is requested by law enforcement to assess a 33-year-old female who was sexually assaulted. The patient is conscious and obviously upset. As you are talking to her, you note an impressive amount of blood on her clothes in the groin area. Her blood pressure is 98/58 mm Hg, her pulse is 130 beats/min, and her respirations are 24 breaths/min. You should: A.allow her to change her clothes and take a shower before you transport B. control any external bleeding, administer oxygen and tran
control any external bleeding, administer oxygen, and transport at once
All of the following snakes are pit vipers, except for the: A. Copperhead B. Coral Snake C. Rattlesnake D. Cottonmouth
coral snake
A man has a large laceration across his lower abdominal wall and a loop of bowel is protruding from the wound. He is conscious and alert and there is minimal bleeding from the wound. You should: A. gently irrigate the exposed bowel with sterile saline and then cover the wound with a dry sterile dressing B. make one attempt to replace the bowel back into the abdomen and then cover the wound with a sterile dressing C. cover the exposed bowel with a mosit sterile dressing and then secure it in plac
cover the exposed bowel with a moist sterile dressing and then secure it in place with a dry bandage
When the body loses sweat, it also loses: A. Nutrients B. Plasma C. Erythrocytes D. Electrolytes
electrolytes
High humidity reduces the body's ability to lose heat through: A. Conduction B. Evaporation C. Convection D. Radiation
evaporation
The body's natural cooling mechanism, in which sweat is converted to a gas, is called: A. Evaporation B. Convection C. Conduction D. Radiation
evaporation
Contraction or tensing of the abdominal muscles in an effort to ease pain is called: A.flexing B.withdrawing C.referring D.guarding
guarding
Covering a patient's _________ will significantly minimize radiation heat loss. A. Chest B. Extremities C. Head D. Abdomen
head
Which of the following conditions would be the least likely to increase a person's risk of hypothermia? A. Hyperglycemia B. Spinal cord injury C. severe infection D. Head Injury
hyperglycemia
Shivering is a mechanism in which the body generates heat by: A. Decreasing the metabolic rate B. Retaining excess carbon dioxide C. Increasing the metabolic rate D. Decreasing the use of oxygen
increasing the metabolic rate
You are transporting a 42-year-old male who experienced blunt abdominal trauma. He is receiving oxygen at 12 L/min via a nonrebreathing mask and full spinal precautions have been applied. During your reassessment, you note his level of consciousness has decreased and his respirations have become shallow. You should: A. reassess his vital signs and then notify the receiving hospital of the change in his clinical status B. perform a comprehensive secondary assessment ot determine why his clinical
insert an airway adjunct if he will tolerate it and begin assisting his ventilations with a bag valve mask
Which of the following statements regarding rebound tenderness is correct? A. it is often discovered when the patient is jarred or moved suddenly B. the absence of rebound tenderness rules out intra-abdominal injury C. rebound tenderness is a specifc sign found with a spleen injury D. it should be assessed by vigorously palpating the abdomen
it is often discovered when the patient is jarred or moved suddenly
You are dispatched to a residence for a young female who was kicked in the abdomen. While en route to the scene, you should ask the dispatcher if: A> the patient is conscious B. the severity of the injury is known C. law enforcement at the scene D. there are other patients involved
law enforcement is at the scene
You recieve a call to a residence for a sick patient. Upon your arrival, you find the patient, a 53-year-old diabetic male, lying down on his front porch. His wife tells you that he was mowing the lawn in the heat for the past three hours. The patient is confused and has hot, moist skin. His pulse is weak and thready, and his blood pressure is 90/50 mm Hg. You should: A. Perform a head-to-toe assessment and look for signs of trauma B. Load him into the ambulance and begin rapid cooling interven
load him into the ambulance and begin rapid cooling interventions
Placing a pregnant patient in a supine position during the third trimester of pregnancy: A. results in spontaneous urinary incontence if the bladder is full B. often causes the hypotension secondary to cardiac compression C. is recommended if the patient has severe abdominal discomfort D. might decrease the amount of blood that returns to the heart
might decrease the amount of blood that returns to the heart
You are dispatched to a local high school track and field event for a 16-year-old male who fainted. The outside temperature is approximately 95°F (35°C) with high humidity. Upon your arrival, the patient is conscious, alert, and complains of nausea and a headache. His skin is cool, clammy, and pale. You should: A. Apply chemical ice packs to his axillae B. Move him into the cooled ambulance C. Administer 100% supplemental oxygen D. Give him a liquid salt solution to drink
move him into the cooled ambulance
Which of the following would e the least likely to occur in a patient with a core body temperature of between 89°F (32°C) and 92°F (33°C)? A. Mental status decreases B. Finger motion ceases C .Shivering stops D. Muscle activity increases
muscle activity increases
The venom of a black widow spider is toxic to the: A. Cardiovascular system B. Respiratory system C. Nervous system D. Renal system
nervous system
Signs and symptoms of an air embolism include all of the following, except: A. Joint pain B. Pale skin C. Dysphasia D. Dizziness
pale skin
Which of the following statements regarding drowning is correct? A. Hypoxia in the drowning victim initially occurs due to water in the lungs B. Patients with a submersion injury might deteriorate rapidly because of pulmonary injury and cerebral hypoxia C. Artificial ventilations can easily be performed in patients with laryngospasm D. Large amounts of water enter the lungs in a small number of drowning victims
patents with a submersion injury might deteriorate rapidly because of pulmonary injury and cerebral hypoxia
When a hollow organ is punctured during a penetrating injury to the abdomen: A.it will bleed profusely and rapidly causes shock B. it commonly protrudes through the injury site C. the abdomen will become instantly distended D. peritonitis might not develop for several hours
peritonitis might not develop for several hours
The EMT must assume that any unwitnessed water-related incident is accompanied by: A. Possible spinal injury B. Cold-water immersion C. Alcohol intoxication D. An air embolism
possible spinal injury
Because of the depth of an open abdominal wound is often difficult to determine: A. prompt transport to the hospital is essential B. vital signs should be monitored frequently C. the EMt must perform a thourough exam D. the abdomen must be vigorously palpated
prompt transport to the hospital is essential
You are transporting a 28-year-old man with a frostbitten foot. The patient's vital signs are stable and he denies any other injuries or symptoms. The weather is treacherous and your transport time to the hospital is approximately 45 minutes. During transport, you should: A. Administer oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask B. Rewarm his foot in 102°F to 104°F (38.9°C to 40°C) water C. Protect the affected part form further injury D. Cover his foot with chemical heat compresses
protect the affected part from further injury
A 20-year-old male was pulled from cold water by his friends. The length of his submersion is not known and was not witnessed. You perform a primary assessment and determine that the patient is apneic and has a slow, weak pulse. You should: A. Suction his airway for 30 seconds, provide rescue breathing, keep him warm, and transport at once B. Provide rescue breathing, remove his wet clothing, immobilize his entire spine, keep him warm, and transport carefully C. Ventilate with a bag-valve mask,
provide rescue breathing, remove his wet clothing, immobilize his entire spine, keep him warm, and transport carefully
Early bruising following abdominal trauma often manifests as: A. red areas B. gross distention C. dark purple masks D.localized pain
red areas of skin
You are assessing a man with suspected hypothermia. The patient is conscious, alert, and actively shivering. His respiratory rate is increased, but his breathing is unlabored, and the pulse oximeter reads 72%. The pulse oximetry reading is most likely: A. Accurate because he has signs of respiratory failure B. A direct reflection of his increased respiratory rate C. Accurate because shivering affects hemoglobin binding D. Secondary to decreased perfusion in the extremities
secondary to decreased perfusion in the extremities
The presence of tachycardia following a significant abdominal injury: A. should be assumed to be a sign of shock B. is most commonly caused by severe pain C> indicates a state of decompensated shock D. is always accompanied by hypotension
should be assumed to be a sign of shock
Assuming that no obvious signs of intra-abdominal injury are present, which of the following injuries would MOST likely cause an injury to the liver or spleen to be overlooked? A. pelvic fracture B. lumbar spine fracture C. femur fracture D. shoulder fracture
shoulder fracture
All of the following are hollow abdominal organs, except the: A. spleen B. ureters C. bladders D. stomach
spleen
Burns associated with lightning strikes are typically: A. Third-degree B. Partial-thickness C. Superficial D. Full-thickness
superficial
A 31-year-old male was bitten on the leg by an unidentified snake. The patient is conscious and alert and in no apparent distress. You assessment of his leg reveals two small puncture marks with minimal pain and swelling. In addition to administering oxygen and providing reassurance, further care for this patient should include: A. Transporting only with close, continuous monitoring. B. Applying ice to the wound and transporting quickly C. Supine positioning, splinting the leg, and transporti
supine positioning, splinting the leg, and transporting
The two MOST efficient ways for the body to eliminate excess heat are: A. Hyperventilation and tachycardia B. Respiration and bradycardia C. Perspiration and tachycardia D. Sweating and vasodilation
sweating and vasodilation
Which of the following statements regarding abdominal trauma is correct? A. hollow abdominal organs are vascular and bleed profusely when injured B. the absence of abdominal pain does not rule out intra-abdonial bleeding C. the liver is well protected and is rarely injured during a traumatic event D. most of the vital abdominal organs lie within the retroperitoneal space
the absence of abdominal pain does not rule out intra-abdominal bleeding
Which of the following most accurately describes hyperthermia? A. The body is exposed to more heat than it can lose B. Heat evaporates a significant amount of body water. C. The core body temperature exceeds 99.5°F (37°C) D. The body eliminates more heat than it can generate
the body is exposed to more heat than it can lose
Heatstroke occurs when: A. The body's heat-eliminating mechanisms are overwhelmed B. A person becomes dehydrated secondary to excess water loss. C. A person's core body temperature rises above 103°F (39°C) D. The ambient temperature exceeds 90°F(32°C) and the humidity is high
the body's heat-eliminating mechanisms are overwhelmed
Rough handling of a hypothermic patient with a pulse may cause: A. Pulseless electrical activity B. Profound bradycardia C. Ventricular tachycardia D. Ventricular fibrillation
ventricular fibrillation
To treat a sting from a jellyfish, pour ________ ________ on the affected area. A. Sterile water B. Honey C. Sand D. Vinegar
vinegar
Heat loss from the body through respiration occurs when: A. The core body temperature is greater than 98°F (37°C) B. Cool air is inhaled and displaced warm air. C. Air temperature is greater than body temperature D. Warm air is exhaled into the atmosphere
warm air is exhaled into the atmosphere
A person's ability to shiver is lost when his or her body temperature falls below: A. 95°F (35°C) B. 94°F (34°C) C. 92°F (33°) D. 90°F (32°C)
90°F (32°C)
Hypothermia occurs when the core body temperature falls below: A. 98°F (37°C) B. 88°F (31°C) C. 95°F (35°C) D. 90°F (32°C)
95°F (35°C)