AMLS POST TEST (3 LATEST VERSIONS ) REAL EXAM 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS /ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT, AMLS PRETEST EXAM(AGRADE)

AMLS POST TEST (3 LATEST VERSIONS) REAL EXAM 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS /ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT, AMLS PRETEST EXAM(AGRADE) VERSION A
What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - ANSWER- In larger
doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest.
AMLS Page 95
A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest.
It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3
degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to
pericarditis? - ANSWER- 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segment
elevation in almost every lead. AMLS Page 128
During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is activated
to cause a/an: - ANSWER- This selective perfusion occurs during the ischemic
phase of shock. AMLS Page 146 (To stop kidneys from excreting fluid and
keeping it in the vasculature, therefore increasing BP)
lntrabdominal bleeds, like pancreatitis, often present with discoloration or bruising
around the umbilicus. This physical exam finding is known as: - ANSWERCullen's sign is a blue discoloration around the umbilicus. AMLS Page 235
What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary embolus? -
ANSWER- Clear breath sounds with tachypnea.
Signs and Symptoms AMLS Page 113
A 50 year old female has called 911. She complains of shortness of breath and
chest. discomfort. Assessment reveals her skin
is pale, moist and cool. BP is 102/68, R 24, labored with crackles, P of 130 and
regular. Which type of shock is most likely occurring? - ANSWER- The patient's
respiratory rate is increased, and crackles caused by pulmonary edema can be
heard on auscultation.
Cardiogenic Shock Signs and Symptoms.