Package Deal Of ALMS Review Version.

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...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? - correct answer Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is warm and his urine is dark, yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P-128, R-24, temp 101.2 F (38degrees C). Which typ...

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 w...

As you obtain historical information regarding your patient, you note that the patient's presentation and responses are very similar to several patient complaints you have treated in the past. Integrating this information from past experience to this current experience is known as: - correct answer...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? A. Fever B. Chest Wall Pain C. Vomiting D. Renal Failure -correct answer A. Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is flush and his urine is dark yellow and cloudy. Vital signs ...

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 w...

The first action in Assessment pathway is - correct answer safety and initial observations, then identify and manage life threats. Understanding first impression and initial observation about a patient's body positioning can be an early indicator of - correct answer sick or not sick Paroxysma...

The first action in Assessment pathway is - correct answer safety and initial observations, then identify and manage life threats. Understanding first impression and initial observation about a patient's body positioning can be an early indicator of - correct answer sick or not sick Paroxysma...

What is pathophysiology? -correct answer Pathophysiology or physiopathology is a convergence of pathology with physiology. Pathology is the medical discipline that describes conditions typically observed during a disease state, whereas physiology is the biological discipline that describes processes...

Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) Assessment Pathway - correct 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-b...

Ludwig's angina - correct answer Deep space infection of the anterior neck just below the mandible AMLS assessment pathway - correct answer Assessment based algorithm to determining differential diagnosis Clinical decision making - correct answer Assessment findings combined with evidence bac...

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? - correc...

The determination of a working diagnosis is dependent on the provider's assessment, critical thinking and________skills. - correct answer pattern recognition Which is a high-risk factor for intracerebral hemorrhage? - correct answer Cocaine abuse When performing a patient assessment, what in...