FCCS Post Test Review Questions and
Answers |100% Correct| 2025/2024
|VERIFIED|
What is the most critical step in the initial management of a patient in cardiac arrest?
Initiating high-quality chest compressions.
In a patient with suspected hypovolemic shock, what is the primary interventi...
FCCS Post Test Review Questions and
Answers |100% Correct| 2025/2024
|VERIFIED|
What is the most critical step in the initial management of a patient in cardiac arrest?
Initiating high-quality chest compressions.
In a patient with suspected hypovolemic shock, what is the primary intervention to consider?
Rapid administration of intravenous fluids.
What type of airway adjunct is indicated for a patient who is unable to maintain their own airway
but has a gag reflex?
Oropharyngeal airway.
What is the recommended approach for managing a patient with acute exacerbation of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Administering bronchodilators and providing supplemental oxygen.
What clinical sign might indicate the presence of a tension pneumothorax?
Mediastinal shift on chest imaging.
In the context of adult CPR, what is the compression-to-ventilation ratio recommended for
healthcare providers?
1
, 30:2.
Which parameter is crucial for monitoring the effectiveness of chest compressions during
resuscitation?
Capnography readings.
What is the first-line treatment for a patient experiencing severe asthma exacerbation
unresponsive to bronchodilators?
Systemic corticosteroids.
What type of monitoring is essential for a patient receiving high-dose vasopressors?
Continuous blood pressure monitoring.
In the management of a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which electrolyte imbalance
must be monitored closely?
Hypokalemia.
What is the primary reason for placing a central venous catheter in critically ill patients?
To facilitate administration of medications and fluids when peripheral access is difficult.
In the assessment of a patient with altered mental status, which reversible causes should be
considered first?
2
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