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Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
ANSWER: Second degree type II
Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR quality,
which should you do? - ANSWER: Monitor the patient's PetCO2
Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden
cardiac arrest who achieved return a spontaneous circulation in the field? -
ANSWER: Coronary reperfusion-capable medical center
Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an
unresponsive patient? - ANSWER: Gasps
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
ANSWER: Second degree atrioventricular (AV) block type I
To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze
the bag? - ANSWER: Once every 5 to 6 seconds
In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm
and monitor correct placement of an endotracheal (ET) tube? - ANSWER:
Continuous waveform capnography
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You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2
hours ago. The CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient
does not have any contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment
approach is best for this patient? - ANSWER: Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as
possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - ANSWER: Third-degree atrioventricular
block
What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and
maintained constantly to achieve targeted management after cardiac arrest? -
ANSWER: 32 degrees celsius to 36 degrees celsius
Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a patient
with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - ANSWER: 300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid response
team? - ANSWER: Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early
clinical deterioration
Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - ANSWER:
Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions
EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult
Suspected Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team
will expedite this patient's care on arrival and reduce the time to treatment? -
ANSWER: Alert the hospital
A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF).
The patient is experiencing shortness of breath, a blood pressure (BP) of 68/50
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