JB Learning Test Prep: Cardiology
EXAM 2025 WITH QUALITY
SOLUTIONS
A 50-year-old man presents with crushing chest pain that suddently began about
30 minutes ago. He is diaphoretic and anxious. The EMT should: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_administer chewable aspirin.
Shortly after assisting a 60-year-old woman with her second nitroglycerin
treatment, she tells you that she is lightheaded and feels as if she is going to faint.
Her symptoms are MOST likely due to: - CORRECT_ANSWER_low BP
Common signs and symptoms of a hypertensive emergency include: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_B) ringing in the ears, headache, and epistaxis.
A middle-aged male was found unresponsive by his wife. When you arrive at the
scene, you assess the patient and determine that he is apneic and pulseless. You
,should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_begin CPR starting with chest compressions, apply
the AED as soon as possible, and request backup.
Which of the following patients would be the LEAST likely to present with classic
signs and symptoms of acute myocardial infarction? - CORRECT_ANSWER_A) 72-
year-old female with diabetes and hypertension
A 58-year-old man is found unresponsive by his wife. According to his wife, he
was complaining of a "dull ache" in his chest the day before, but refused to allow
her to call 911. His blood pressure is 70/50 mm Hg, his pulse is 120 beats/min and
weak, and his respirations are 28 breaths/min and labored. Further assessment
reveals that his skin is cool, pale, and clammy. You should suspect: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_cardiogenic shock.
The energy setting for a biphasic AED: - CORRECT_ANSWER_is manufacturer
specific.
A 60-year-old man complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing. He is pale,
diaphoretic, and in severe pain. As your partner applies supplemental oxygen, you
assess his vital signs. His blood pressure is 180/90 mm Hg, pulse is 110 beats/min
and irregular, respirations are 24 breaths/min and labored, and oxygen saturation
is 93%. You ask him if has taken any nitroglycerin and he tells you that he does
, not have any but his wife does. You should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_complete your
focused physical examination and prepare the patient for immediate transport to
an appropriate hospital.
A 69-year-old man is unresponsive. He has a weak carotid pulse at 40 beats/min
and his skin is cool and pale. From this information, the EMT should conclude
that: - CORRECT_ANSWER_B) his cardiac output is reduced.
Which of the following questions would be the MOST effective in determining if a
patient's chest pain radiates away from his or her chest? -
CORRECT_ANSWER_Does the pain stay in your chest or move anywhere else?
Which of the following assessment findings is LEAST suggestive of a cardiac
problem? - CORRECT_ANSWER_Palpable pain to the chest
After defibrillating a man in cardiac arrest, you resume CPR. As you are about to
reanalyze his cardiac rhythm 2 minutes later, your partner tells you she can
definitely feel a strong carotid pulse. You should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_assess the
patient's breathing effort.
EXAM 2025 WITH QUALITY
SOLUTIONS
A 50-year-old man presents with crushing chest pain that suddently began about
30 minutes ago. He is diaphoretic and anxious. The EMT should: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_administer chewable aspirin.
Shortly after assisting a 60-year-old woman with her second nitroglycerin
treatment, she tells you that she is lightheaded and feels as if she is going to faint.
Her symptoms are MOST likely due to: - CORRECT_ANSWER_low BP
Common signs and symptoms of a hypertensive emergency include: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_B) ringing in the ears, headache, and epistaxis.
A middle-aged male was found unresponsive by his wife. When you arrive at the
scene, you assess the patient and determine that he is apneic and pulseless. You
,should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_begin CPR starting with chest compressions, apply
the AED as soon as possible, and request backup.
Which of the following patients would be the LEAST likely to present with classic
signs and symptoms of acute myocardial infarction? - CORRECT_ANSWER_A) 72-
year-old female with diabetes and hypertension
A 58-year-old man is found unresponsive by his wife. According to his wife, he
was complaining of a "dull ache" in his chest the day before, but refused to allow
her to call 911. His blood pressure is 70/50 mm Hg, his pulse is 120 beats/min and
weak, and his respirations are 28 breaths/min and labored. Further assessment
reveals that his skin is cool, pale, and clammy. You should suspect: -
CORRECT_ANSWER_cardiogenic shock.
The energy setting for a biphasic AED: - CORRECT_ANSWER_is manufacturer
specific.
A 60-year-old man complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing. He is pale,
diaphoretic, and in severe pain. As your partner applies supplemental oxygen, you
assess his vital signs. His blood pressure is 180/90 mm Hg, pulse is 110 beats/min
and irregular, respirations are 24 breaths/min and labored, and oxygen saturation
is 93%. You ask him if has taken any nitroglycerin and he tells you that he does
, not have any but his wife does. You should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_complete your
focused physical examination and prepare the patient for immediate transport to
an appropriate hospital.
A 69-year-old man is unresponsive. He has a weak carotid pulse at 40 beats/min
and his skin is cool and pale. From this information, the EMT should conclude
that: - CORRECT_ANSWER_B) his cardiac output is reduced.
Which of the following questions would be the MOST effective in determining if a
patient's chest pain radiates away from his or her chest? -
CORRECT_ANSWER_Does the pain stay in your chest or move anywhere else?
Which of the following assessment findings is LEAST suggestive of a cardiac
problem? - CORRECT_ANSWER_Palpable pain to the chest
After defibrillating a man in cardiac arrest, you resume CPR. As you are about to
reanalyze his cardiac rhythm 2 minutes later, your partner tells you she can
definitely feel a strong carotid pulse. You should: - CORRECT_ANSWER_assess the
patient's breathing effort.
