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Medical Emergencies Flashcards

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  1. A patient presents with sudden severe headache described as 'the worst of my life,' neck stiffness, and photophobia. What should the AEMCA suspect?

    Answer: Subarachnoid hemorrhage

    A sudden 'thunderclap' headache with meningeal signs strongly suggests subarachnoid hemorrhage, a life-threatening emergency.

  2. Which of the following best describes Kussmaul respirations?

    Answer: Deep, rapid, labored breathing

    Kussmaul respirations are deep, rapid, and labored, representing the body's attempt to blow off CO2 in metabolic acidosis such as diabetic ketoacidosis.

  3. A patient with known epilepsy has been seizing continuously for 8 minutes. This condition is classified as:

    Answer: Status epilepticus

    Status epilepticus is defined as a seizure lasting more than 5 minutes or two or more seizures without regaining consciousness between them.

  4. Which sign is most specific for right-sided heart failure in a medical emergency assessment?

    Answer: Jugular venous distension

    Jugular venous distension (JVD) reflects elevated central venous pressure and is most specific for right-sided heart failure.

  5. A patient presents with chest pain, diaphoresis, and nausea. The pain radiates to the jaw. Their ECG shows ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. Which coronary artery is most likely affected?

    Answer: Right coronary artery

    ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF indicates an inferior MI, most commonly caused by right coronary artery occlusion.

  6. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial intervention for a patient in anaphylactic shock?

    Answer: IM epinephrine 0.3mg (1:1,000)

    Intramuscular epinephrine (1:1,000) into the lateral thigh is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis due to its rapid onset and life-saving effects.

  7. A 65-year-old patient presents with sudden onset of unilateral facial droop, arm weakness, and slurred speech that began 45 minutes ago. The MOST critical action is:

    Answer: Transport immediately to a stroke center

    Time is brain — immediate transport to a stroke center maximizes the window for thrombolytic therapy or mechanical thrombectomy.