NREMT Mock Exam Questions and
Answers
A long-term inflammation of the airways that can lead to breathing
difficulties. - ANSWER>>Chronic Bronchitis
An audible, high-pitched breath sound that usually results from a blockage
of the lower air passages. - ANSWER>>Stridor
A condition where the skin turns blue due to lack of oxygen. -
ANSWER>>Cyanotic
A device that delivers high concentrations of oxygen to patients, requiring a
flow rate of 10-15 liters per minute. - ANSWER>>Non-rebreather Mask
A state of not breathing. - ANSWER>>Apneic
A first aid procedure used to treat choking by applying pressure to the
abdomen to expel an obstruction. - ANSWER>>Abdominal Thrusts
The first step in assessing a responsive patient with a possible obstructed
airway is to ask if they are choking. - ANSWER>>Responsive Assessment
A patient who requires a mechanical ventilator to breathe. -
ANSWER>>Ventilator-Dependent
A technique used to help a choking patient, particularly in pregnant women
or those who are obese. - ANSWER>>Chest Thrusts
A medical device inserted into the mouth to maintain an open airway. -
ANSWER>>Oropharyngeal Airway
An opening created surgically to allow for breathing or other bodily
functions. - ANSWER>>Stoma
,A maneuver used to open the airway of a patient without moving the neck.
- ANSWER>>Modified Jaw Thrust
Clinical measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential body
functions, including blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. -
ANSWER>>Vital Signs
A sign of respiratory distress where the skin above the collarbone pulls in
during inhalation. - ANSWER>>Supraclavicular Retractions
A medical apparatus employed to provide positive pressure ventilation to
patients who are not breathing or not breathing adequately. -
ANSWER>>Bag-Valve Mask (BVM)
Oxygen delivered at a rate greater than 6 liters per minute, typically used in
emergency situations. - ANSWER>>High Flow Oxygen
A medication used to reduce fever. - ANSWER>>Antipyretic
Oxygen that has been moistened to prevent drying of the airways. -
ANSWER>>Humidified Oxygen
The number of breaths taken per minute, which can indicate respiratory
distress or failure. - ANSWER>>Respiratory Rate
A thorough examination of a patient after the primary assessment to
identify any additional injuries or conditions. - ANSWER>>Secondary
Assessment
A device used to measure the oxygen saturation level in a patient's blood. -
ANSWER>>Pulse Oximeter
A bluish discoloration of the skin due to inadequate oxygenation. -
ANSWER>>Cyanosis
, A technique used to clear an obstruction from the airway by sweeping the
finger inside the mouth. - ANSWER>>Finger Sweep
What is the most important question you should ask her? -
ANSWER>>Question 1
When did you become short of breath? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option A
Are you allergic to any medications? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option B
How many liters of home oxygen are you normally on? -
ANSWER>>Question 1 Option C
Which medications do you take? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option D
What should you do for a 19 year old female's jaw that is clenched
following a 5 minute tonic-clonic seizure? - ANSWER>>Question 2
Administer oxygen by non-rebreather mask. - ANSWER>>Question 2 Option
A
Obtain baseline vital signs and wait for the jaw muscles to relax. -
ANSWER>>Question 2 Option B
Use a soft catheter to suction her through her nose. - ANSWER>>Question 2
Option C
Insert a nasopharyngeal airway and suction. - ANSWER>>Question 2 Option
D
What should you do for a 19 year old female unresponsive after overdosing
on heroin? - ANSWER>>Question 3
Open her mouth and suction her airway. - ANSWER>>Question 3 Option A
Begin CPR and attach her airway. - ANSWER>>Question 3 Option B
Answers
A long-term inflammation of the airways that can lead to breathing
difficulties. - ANSWER>>Chronic Bronchitis
An audible, high-pitched breath sound that usually results from a blockage
of the lower air passages. - ANSWER>>Stridor
A condition where the skin turns blue due to lack of oxygen. -
ANSWER>>Cyanotic
A device that delivers high concentrations of oxygen to patients, requiring a
flow rate of 10-15 liters per minute. - ANSWER>>Non-rebreather Mask
A state of not breathing. - ANSWER>>Apneic
A first aid procedure used to treat choking by applying pressure to the
abdomen to expel an obstruction. - ANSWER>>Abdominal Thrusts
The first step in assessing a responsive patient with a possible obstructed
airway is to ask if they are choking. - ANSWER>>Responsive Assessment
A patient who requires a mechanical ventilator to breathe. -
ANSWER>>Ventilator-Dependent
A technique used to help a choking patient, particularly in pregnant women
or those who are obese. - ANSWER>>Chest Thrusts
A medical device inserted into the mouth to maintain an open airway. -
ANSWER>>Oropharyngeal Airway
An opening created surgically to allow for breathing or other bodily
functions. - ANSWER>>Stoma
,A maneuver used to open the airway of a patient without moving the neck.
- ANSWER>>Modified Jaw Thrust
Clinical measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential body
functions, including blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. -
ANSWER>>Vital Signs
A sign of respiratory distress where the skin above the collarbone pulls in
during inhalation. - ANSWER>>Supraclavicular Retractions
A medical apparatus employed to provide positive pressure ventilation to
patients who are not breathing or not breathing adequately. -
ANSWER>>Bag-Valve Mask (BVM)
Oxygen delivered at a rate greater than 6 liters per minute, typically used in
emergency situations. - ANSWER>>High Flow Oxygen
A medication used to reduce fever. - ANSWER>>Antipyretic
Oxygen that has been moistened to prevent drying of the airways. -
ANSWER>>Humidified Oxygen
The number of breaths taken per minute, which can indicate respiratory
distress or failure. - ANSWER>>Respiratory Rate
A thorough examination of a patient after the primary assessment to
identify any additional injuries or conditions. - ANSWER>>Secondary
Assessment
A device used to measure the oxygen saturation level in a patient's blood. -
ANSWER>>Pulse Oximeter
A bluish discoloration of the skin due to inadequate oxygenation. -
ANSWER>>Cyanosis
, A technique used to clear an obstruction from the airway by sweeping the
finger inside the mouth. - ANSWER>>Finger Sweep
What is the most important question you should ask her? -
ANSWER>>Question 1
When did you become short of breath? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option A
Are you allergic to any medications? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option B
How many liters of home oxygen are you normally on? -
ANSWER>>Question 1 Option C
Which medications do you take? - ANSWER>>Question 1 Option D
What should you do for a 19 year old female's jaw that is clenched
following a 5 minute tonic-clonic seizure? - ANSWER>>Question 2
Administer oxygen by non-rebreather mask. - ANSWER>>Question 2 Option
A
Obtain baseline vital signs and wait for the jaw muscles to relax. -
ANSWER>>Question 2 Option B
Use a soft catheter to suction her through her nose. - ANSWER>>Question 2
Option C
Insert a nasopharyngeal airway and suction. - ANSWER>>Question 2 Option
D
What should you do for a 19 year old female unresponsive after overdosing
on heroin? - ANSWER>>Question 3
Open her mouth and suction her airway. - ANSWER>>Question 3 Option A
Begin CPR and attach her airway. - ANSWER>>Question 3 Option B
