Instant Access NREMT.EMT.v2026-05-16.q134 Actual Practice Test Engine for Free (Page 2)

Question 1

An unresponsive 79-year-old female has agonal respirations. You should

A.Open her airway and suction until clear
B.Begin chest compressions
C.Check for a pulse
D.Open her airway and ventilate her with a BVM

Question 2

A 25-year-old patient had ingested an unknown quantity of a household cleaner one hour earlier. The patient has swelling around the mouth and stridor. Which of the following actions should the EMT prioritize? Select the two answer options that are correct.

A.Prevent hypoxemia.
B.Identify the chemical.
C.Maintain airway patency.
D.Irrigate the affected area.
E.Administer activated charcoal.

Correct Answer: A,C

The correct answers are A. Prevent hypoxemia and C. Maintain airway patency.
This patient is showing signs of airway compromise:
Swelling around the mouth
Stridor # indicates upper airway obstruction
These findings strongly suggest a caustic ingestion with airway edema, which can rapidly progress to complete airway obstruction.
Priority: Airway and Breathing (ABCs)
According to NREMT principles, the highest priority is airway management and oxygenation.
1. Maintain airway patency (C):
Swelling and stridor indicate a narrowing airway
Immediate action is required to keep the airway open
Prepare for suctioning, positioning, and possible advanced airway support
2. Prevent hypoxemia (A):
Due to airway compromise, the patient is at high risk for inadequate oxygenation Administer high-flow oxygen and monitor closely NREMT-aligned guidance states:
"Airway compromise takes priority in caustic ingestions."
"Stridor indicates impending airway obstruction."
"Ensure airway patency and adequate oxygenation first."
Why the other options are incorrect:
B). Identify the chemicalImportant, but not the immediate priority over airway management D). Irrigate the affected areaMay be appropriate for external exposures, but airway takes priority here E). Administer activated charcoalContraindicated in caustic ingestions and in patients with airway compromise or vomiting risk Exact Extracts (NREMT-aligned EMT educational references):
"Airway management is the priority in patients with signs of airway compromise."
"Stridor is a sign of upper airway obstruction."
"Do not administer activated charcoal in caustic ingestions."
Clinical Priority Summary:
Because this patient shows airway swelling and stridor, the EMT must immediately focus on airway patency and oxygenation, making A and C the correct answers.
References:
NREMT EMT Education Standards - Medical Emergencies (Toxicology)
NREMT National Continued Competency Program (NCCP)
AAOS Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured (NREMT-aligned)

Question 3

An EMT is using a BVM to ventilate a 28-year-old patient with asthma. The patient is unresponsive, and their vital signs are BP 70/40, P 142, R 8, and SpO2 89% on room air. The patient is becoming increasingly difficult to ventilate. What should the EMT do next?

A.Place the patient on CPAP
B.Apply high-flow oxygen via non-rebreather mask
C.Decrease the rate of ventilations
D.Ventilate the patient more forcefully

Question 4

Defusing sessions should do which of the following in order to be successful? Select the two answer options that are correct.

A.Be held immediately following an incident.
B.Take place 72 hours or more following an incident.
C.Allow the open sharing of information.
D.Have mental health experts present during the session.
E.Force all providers to provide feedback.

Question 5

A 50-year-old patient has shortness of breath and chest pain that worsens with inspiration. The skin is hot and dry. The patient also has a non-productive cough, and coarse crackles are heard upon auscultation on the right side. What condition is most likely causing this patient's signs and symptoms?

A.Pneumonia
B.Emphysema
C.Chronic bronchitis
D.Pulmonary embolism

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