WorksheetsQuiz 7 (Ch 17 and 18)
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
A dissecting aortic aneurysm occurs when:
all layers of the aorta suddenly contract.
a weakened area develops in the aortic wall.
the inner layers of the aorta become separated.
the aorta ruptures, resulting in profound bleeding.
Angina pectoris occurs when:
a coronary artery is totally occluded by plaque.
myocardial oxygen demand exceeds supply.
one or more coronary arteries suddenly spasm.
myocardial oxygen supply exceeds the demand.
Cardiogenic shock following AMI is caused by:
decreased pumping force of the heart muscle.
a profound increase in the patient’s heart rate.
hypovolemia secondary to severe vomiting.
widespread dilation of the systemic vasculature.
The MOST common reason that many people experiencing AMI do not seek immediate medical attention is because they:
are elderly.
are in denial.
cannot afford it.
do not trust EMTs.
When documenting a patient’s description of his or her chest pain or discomfort, the EMT should:
use medical terminology.
use the patient’s own words.
underline the patient’s quotes.
document his or her own perception.
A patient who is possibly experiencing a stroke is NOT eligible for thrombolytic (fibrinolytic) therapy if he or she:
has had a prior heart attack.
is older than 60 years of age.
has a GCS score that is less than 8.
has bleeding within the brain.
A patient with an altered mental status is:
completely unresponsive to all forms of stimuli.
typically alert but is confused as to preceding events.
usually able to be aroused with a painful stimulus.
not thinking clearly or is incapable of being aroused.
Muscle control and body coordination are controlled by the:
cerebrum.
cerebellum.
brain stem.
cerebral cortex.
The most basic functions of the body, such as breathing, blood pressure, and swallowing, are controlled by the:
brain stem.
cerebrum.
cerebellum.
cerebral cortex.
Which of the following MOST accurately describes the cause of an ischemic stroke?
Blockage of a cerebral artery
Acute atherosclerotic disease
Rupture of a cerebral artery
Narrowing of a carotid artery
