EMR Ch. 12 Review

Front

Perfusion

Back

the delivery of oxygenated blood to the cells and tissues.

Answer explanation

Perfusion refers to the delivery of oxygenated blood to the cells and tissues, which is essential for their function. The other options describe different physiological processes but do not define perfusion.

Front

Your patient states that she feels nauseated. She is describing a:

Back

symptom.

Answer explanation

The patient describes feeling nauseated, which is a subjective experience reported by her. This is classified as a symptom, as opposed to a sign (observable by a clinician), diagnosis, or suspicion.

Front

Which of the following is NOT included in a typical baseline set of vital signs obtained by an Emergency Medical Responder? Options: Blood pressure, Pulse, Blood glucose level, Respiratory rate

Back

Blood glucose level

Answer explanation

A typical baseline set of vital signs includes blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate. Blood glucose level is not routinely measured as part of these vital signs, making it the correct answer.

Front

The "P" in the AVPU acronym reflects that the patient:

Back

responds to painful stimuli.

Answer explanation

In the AVPU scale, 'P' indicates that the patient responds to painful stimuli, meaning they may not be fully alert but will react to pain, distinguishing it from being oriented to person or place.

Front

What is the most appropriate way to relay a patient's pulse rate? Options: 60 beats per minute and thready, 75 beats, strong, 70, regular, 68 beats per minute, strong and regular

Back

68 beats per minute, strong and regular

Answer explanation

The correct choice, '68 beats per minute, strong and regular', provides a complete and clear description of the pulse rate, including the rate and quality, which is essential for accurate clinical communication.

Front

Determining a blood pressure by feeling is called:

Back

palpation

Answer explanation

Determining blood pressure by feeling is known as palpation. This technique involves using the sense of touch to assess the pulse and estimate blood pressure, distinguishing it from auscultation, which uses sound.

Front

The first set of vital signs you obtain on a patient are referred to as:

Back

baseline vital signs

Answer explanation

The first set of vital signs obtained from a patient is referred to as baseline vital signs. This term indicates the initial measurements used for comparison in future assessments.

Front

The pulse of an infant is assessed at the: RADIAL PULSE, CAROTID PULSE, FEMORAL PULSE, BRACHIAL PULSE

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BRACHIAL PULSE

Answer explanation

The brachial pulse is the preferred site for assessing an infant's pulse due to its accessibility and reliability. The radial and carotid pulses are less commonly used in infants, while the femoral pulse is typically assessed in specific situations.

Front

What is the patient's chief complaint?

Back

Abdominal pain

Answer explanation

The patient's statement "My stomach hurts" indicates that her primary concern is abdominal pain, making it her chief complaint. The mention of a virus is secondary and does not represent the main issue.

Front

Which question best evaluates the "P" in the SAMPLE history?

Back

"Do you have any past medical history that might be related to this event?"

Answer explanation

The correct choice evaluates the 'P' in SAMPLE, which stands for Past medical history. Asking about past medical history related to the event directly addresses this component, unlike the other options.