EMS 110 CHAPTER 9 QUIZ EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A++ LATEST UPDATE
Which of the following conditions would be LEAST likely to cause an altered level
of consciousness?
Acute anxiety
A 39-year-old male sustained a stab wound to the groin during an altercation at a
bar. As you approach the patient, you note that he is conscious. He is screaming
in pain and is attempting to control the bleeding, which is bright red and spurting
from his groin area. You should:
Apply direct pressure to the wound
You are assessing a 72-year-old man with abdominal pain. The patient is sitting in
a chair; he is conscious, alert, and calm. As you are talking to the patient, your
partner discreetly directs your attention to a handgun, which is located on a
nearby table. You should:
Position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law
enforcement assistance
An elderly patient has fallen and hit her head. Your initial care should focus on:
Airway, breathing, and circulation
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A++ LATEST UPDATE
Which of the following conditions would be LEAST likely to cause an altered level
of consciousness?
Acute anxiety
A 39-year-old male sustained a stab wound to the groin during an altercation at a
bar. As you approach the patient, you note that he is conscious. He is screaming
in pain and is attempting to control the bleeding, which is bright red and spurting
from his groin area. You should:
Apply direct pressure to the wound
You are assessing a 72-year-old man with abdominal pain. The patient is sitting in
a chair; he is conscious, alert, and calm. As you are talking to the patient, your
partner discreetly directs your attention to a handgun, which is located on a
nearby table. You should:
Position yourself in between the patient and the gun and ask your partner to request law
enforcement assistance
An elderly patient has fallen and hit her head. Your initial care should focus on:
Airway, breathing, and circulation
