AMLS STUDY GUIDE
AMLS STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? ANS >> 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 worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3
degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to
pericarditis? ANS >> 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segment elevation
in almost every lead. AMLS Page 128
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is
activated to cause a/an: ANS >> This selective perfusion occurs during the
ischemic phase of shock. AMLS Page 146
intrabdominal bleeds, like pancreatitis, often present with discoloration or
bruising around the umbilicus. This physical exam finding is known as: ANS >>
Cullen’s sign is a blue discoloration around the umbilicus. AMLS Page 235
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What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus?
ANS >> Clear breath sounds with tachypnoea.
Signs and Symptoms AMLS Page 113
A 50-year-old female has called 911. She complains of shortness of breath and
chest. discomfort. Assessment reveals her skin
is pale, moist and cool. BP is 102/68, R 24, laboured with crackles, P of 130 and
regular. Which type of shock is most likely occurring? ANS >> The patient's
respiratory rate is increased, and crackles caused by pulmonary enema can be
heard on auscultation.
Cardiogenic Shock Signs and Symptoms.
AMLS Page 164
Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of
breath are likely to have which condition? ANS >> Elements of patient history
that suggest PE include acute onset of shortness of breath. AMLS Page 114
An elderly patient with a 1-week history of productive cough and wheezing
notices an increase in difficulty in breathing when grocery shopping. Further
assessment reveals pursed lip breathing, rhonchi, and minimal jugular vein
distention. Which diagnosis should the healthcare provider suspect? ANS >>
Signs and Symptoms of COPD. AMLS Page 85.
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 implemented next? ANS >> This is self explanatory
AMLS STUDY GUIDE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+ LATEST UPDATE.
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? ANS >> 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 worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3
degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to
pericarditis? ANS >> 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segment elevation
in almost every lead. AMLS Page 128
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is
activated to cause a/an: ANS >> This selective perfusion occurs during the
ischemic phase of shock. AMLS Page 146
intrabdominal bleeds, like pancreatitis, often present with discoloration or
bruising around the umbilicus. This physical exam finding is known as: ANS >>
Cullen’s sign is a blue discoloration around the umbilicus. AMLS Page 235
, AMLS STUDY GUIDE
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus?
ANS >> Clear breath sounds with tachypnoea.
Signs and Symptoms AMLS Page 113
A 50-year-old female has called 911. She complains of shortness of breath and
chest. discomfort. Assessment reveals her skin
is pale, moist and cool. BP is 102/68, R 24, laboured with crackles, P of 130 and
regular. Which type of shock is most likely occurring? ANS >> The patient's
respiratory rate is increased, and crackles caused by pulmonary enema can be
heard on auscultation.
Cardiogenic Shock Signs and Symptoms.
AMLS Page 164
Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of
breath are likely to have which condition? ANS >> Elements of patient history
that suggest PE include acute onset of shortness of breath. AMLS Page 114
An elderly patient with a 1-week history of productive cough and wheezing
notices an increase in difficulty in breathing when grocery shopping. Further
assessment reveals pursed lip breathing, rhonchi, and minimal jugular vein
distention. Which diagnosis should the healthcare provider suspect? ANS >>
Signs and Symptoms of COPD. AMLS Page 85.
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 implemented next? ANS >> This is self explanatory
