EMT Prep Target Quizzes Flashcards

1
Q

Average tidal volume of an adult is?

A

5-7ml/kg

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2
Q

Region of the abdomen located lower center below naval is called what?

A

Hypogastric

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3
Q

Exhalation is what kind of process causing what kind of pressure?

A

Passive/positive

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4
Q

Inspiration is what kind of process causing what kind of pressure?

A

Active/negative

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5
Q

What is Placenta Previa

A

Cervical opening is partially or completely obstructed by abnormal implantation of placenta.

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6
Q

Complete dilation of the cervix occurs at what stage of labor?

A

First

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7
Q

Delivery of the placenta marks the end of which stage of labor?

A

Third

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8
Q

Kidneys are located where

A

Retroperitoneal space

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9
Q

What is a common presentation for heroin overdose?

A

Pinpoint pupils

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10
Q

Which age group accounts for more than half of all poisonings in the U.S. each year?

A

1 to 5 years old

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11
Q

Which substance is typically associated with esophageal varices

A

Alcohol

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12
Q

What disease processes are responsible for more than half of cases of chronic kidney disease?

A

Diabetes and hypertension

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13
Q

What is an alkaline based substance that activated charcoal is never indicated to utilize

A

Bleach

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14
Q

Primary cause of increased respiratory rate with exercise vs at rest is what?

A

Level of carbon dioxide in blood is increased.

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15
Q

How does activated charcoal eliminate ingested poisons?

A

Through ADsorption

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16
Q

What is pyelonephritis?

A

Kidney infection

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17
Q

What percentage of blood passes through the kidneys?

A

20%

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18
Q

What is the number one most common disabling birth anomoly in the US?

A

Spine abifida

19
Q

Cells that die during a stroke are called what?

A

Infarcted cells

20
Q

Rapid breathing is first seen in what stage of shock?

A

Compensated

21
Q

A TIA will normally stop after how long?

A

10-15mins

22
Q

A patient with an open wound to the neck would receive what type of bandaging?

A

All sided occlusive dressing

23
Q

Which heart rhythm can lead to death?

A

Asystole

24
Q

What is Para?

A

Number of SUCCESSFUL pregnancies

25
Q

What respirator to wear for a TB PT?

A

N95

26
Q

Which side of the heart is larger?

A

Left

27
Q

Maximum flow rate for nasal cannula?

A

6lpm

28
Q

Injury to what portion of the spine can cause a priapism?

A

Cervical

29
Q

What sx is most consistent with coronary syndrome?

A

Chest pain

30
Q

What is cholycystectomy?

A

Removal of gallbladder

31
Q

A patient with CAD and angina would be prescribed what?

A

Nitro and asprin

32
Q

The upper airway ends where?

A

Cricoid cartilage

33
Q

Layers of the heart

A

Epicardium, myocardium, endocardium

34
Q

What rhythm is an AED meant to treat?

A

Ventricular Fibrillation

35
Q

What increases to compensate for a decrease in stroke volume?

A

Pulse

36
Q

What is the only fracture that should be treated with a traction splint?

A

Femur

37
Q

When is it advisable to administer oxygen to a patient with acute coronary syndrome?

A

When patient is A&O x2

38
Q

In what situation is a flow-restricted, oxygen powered ventilation device contraindicated?

A

In a child or infant

39
Q

What organ is the most sensitive in a hypoglycemic emergency?

A

Brain

40
Q

What is the highest priority in the tx of a patient with mycardial infarction?

A

Attach AED and analyze

41
Q

How my O2 is provided through a tracheostomy mask?

A

8-10L

42
Q

Injury to C3 and C5 can cause what?

A

Respiratory failure

43
Q

If AED says “no shock advised” what is the next step?

A