Amls Final Test Exam Questions and Answers | 2025
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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
taken next? Correct Answer- Supplemental oxygen and suction
Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely
to have which condition? Correct Answer- Pulmonary embolism
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensine-aldosterone system is activated to cause
a/an: Correct Answer- Increase in preload, afterload, and re-absorption of sodium
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus?
Correct Answer- Clear breath sounds with tachypnea
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? Correct Answer- Narcotic overdose
A 55-year-old complains of an "aching" chest discomfort that persists over several days. The
patient has a temperature of 101F (38.3C). Which finding will help narrow the diagnosis to
pericarditis? Correct Answer- ST-segment elevation in all leads
Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? Correct Answer- Vasodilation
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what pathologic change?
Correct Answer- Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
Continuous positive airway pressure would be most beneficial in treating which patient?
A 22-year-old with severe asthma who is not responding to nebulizer treatments
, What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic
coma (HHNC)? Correct Answer- Crystalloid IV fluid administration
Your patient has had a seizure secondary to a nerve agent exposure. What medication would be
best to diminish the seizure? Correct Answer- Midazolam
Respiratory alkalosis may occur as a result of: Correct Answer- Fever and anxiety
An age-related change that increases the risk of respiratory compromise is: Correct Answer-
Decrease in lung compliance
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most common in patients with a history of: Correct Answer-
Left-sided heart failure
The patient presents with a history of fever and an upper respiratory infection. Historical
information reveals increasing water intake, orthostatic hypotension, and an increase in urination.
You suspect these symptoms are caused by: Correct Answer- Hyperglycemia
You are dispatched to the home of a 32-year-old patient with a history of Graves' disease. The
patient was in the ER earlier today for some "tests for my ulcers." He received contrast and was
discharged. He is now complaining of not feeling well, chest pain, and palpitations. You note an
anxious patient with fine tremors. He is diaphoretic and has a temperature of 101.5*F, BP
Update | 100% Correct.
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
taken next? Correct Answer- Supplemental oxygen and suction
Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely
to have which condition? Correct Answer- Pulmonary embolism
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensine-aldosterone system is activated to cause
a/an: Correct Answer- Increase in preload, afterload, and re-absorption of sodium
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus?
Correct Answer- Clear breath sounds with tachypnea
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? Correct Answer- Narcotic overdose
A 55-year-old complains of an "aching" chest discomfort that persists over several days. The
patient has a temperature of 101F (38.3C). Which finding will help narrow the diagnosis to
pericarditis? Correct Answer- ST-segment elevation in all leads
Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event? Correct Answer- Vasodilation
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what pathologic change?
Correct Answer- Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
Continuous positive airway pressure would be most beneficial in treating which patient?
A 22-year-old with severe asthma who is not responding to nebulizer treatments
, What is the initial treatment for a patient experiencing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic
coma (HHNC)? Correct Answer- Crystalloid IV fluid administration
Your patient has had a seizure secondary to a nerve agent exposure. What medication would be
best to diminish the seizure? Correct Answer- Midazolam
Respiratory alkalosis may occur as a result of: Correct Answer- Fever and anxiety
An age-related change that increases the risk of respiratory compromise is: Correct Answer-
Decrease in lung compliance
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most common in patients with a history of: Correct Answer-
Left-sided heart failure
The patient presents with a history of fever and an upper respiratory infection. Historical
information reveals increasing water intake, orthostatic hypotension, and an increase in urination.
You suspect these symptoms are caused by: Correct Answer- Hyperglycemia
You are dispatched to the home of a 32-year-old patient with a history of Graves' disease. The
patient was in the ER earlier today for some "tests for my ulcers." He received contrast and was
discharged. He is now complaining of not feeling well, chest pain, and palpitations. You note an
anxious patient with fine tremors. He is diaphoretic and has a temperature of 101.5*F, BP
