AMCA Emergency Protocols 2

Question 1

A patient suddenly collapses in the waiting room and is unresponsive. After confirming unresponsiveness and calling for help, what is the FIRST action in adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

Start chest compressions

Answer

Current AHA guidelines prioritize chest compressions (C-A-B) before airway and breathing in adult CPR.

Question 2

During a medical emergency involving suspected anaphylaxis, which medication is the first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine (EpiPen)

Answer

Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis because it reverses bronchoconstriction and vasodilation rapidly.

Question 3

A patient with diabetes becomes confused, diaphoretic, and pale. Blood glucose reads 45 mg/dL. What is the correct initial intervention?

Accepted Answer

Give 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrates orally if conscious

Answer

Conscious patients with hypoglycemia are treated first with 15–20 g of fast-acting carbohydrates, followed by recheck in 15 minutes.

Question 4

When using an AED, which action is critical immediately before delivering a shock?

Accepted Answer

Clear all personnel from contact with the patient

Answer

All rescuers must stand clear before AED shock delivery to prevent accidental electrocution.

Question 5

A patient is suspected of having a stroke. Which assessment tool is commonly used to quickly identify stroke symptoms in a clinical or prehospital setting?

Accepted Answer

FAST (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)

Answer

FAST (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911) is the standard rapid stroke recognition tool.

(AMCA) American Medical Certification Association Practice Test

(AMCA) American Medical Certification Association Practice Test

AMCA Emergency Protocols 2