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AMLS Final Exam Questions With 100% Correct& Verified Answers
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? - Supplemental oxygen and suction
Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely to
have which condition? - Pulmonary embolism
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensine-aldosterone system is activated to cause a/an:
- Increase in preload, afterload, and re-absorption of sodium
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus? - Clear breath
sounds with tachypnea
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - Narcotic overdose
A 55-year-old complains of an "aching" chest discomfort that persists over several days. The patient
has a temperature of 101*F (38.3*C). Which finding will help narrow the diagnosis to pericarditis? -
ST-segment elevation in all leads
Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? - Vasodilation
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what pathologic change? -
Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
, Continuous positive airway pressure would be most beneficial in treating which patient? - A 22-
year-old with severe asthma who is not responding to nebulizer treatments
What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic
coma (HHNC)? - Crystalloid IV fluid administration
Your patient has had a seizure secondary to a nerve agent exposure. What medication would be
best to diminish the seizure? - Midazolam
Respiratory alkalosis may occur as a result of: - Fever and anxiety
An age-related change that increases the risk of respiratory compromise is: - Decrease in lung
compliance
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most common in patients with a history of: - Left-sided heart
failure
The patient presents with a history of fever and an upper respiratory infection. Historical
information reveals increasing water intake, orthostatic hypotension, and an increase in urination.
You suspect these symptoms are caused by: - Hyperglycemia
You are dispatched to the home of a 32-year-old patient with a history of Graves' disease. The
patient was in the ER earlier today for some "tests for my ulcers." He received contrast and was
discharged. He is now complaining of not feeling well, chest pain, and palpitations. You note an
anxious patient with fine tremors. He is diaphoretic and has a temperature of 101.5*F, BP 100/62, P
156 (sinus tachycardia), R 30, glucose level 133. Which of the following are management
considerations for this patient? - Beta Blockers
Metabolic acidosis is best described by which arterial blood gas interpretation? - pH decreased,
pCO2 decreased, H2CO3 low
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