Jones & Bartlett Learning (JBL) Module 3 Practice Exam

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• In an elderly patient with an acute onset of altered mental status, which statement is most accurate?
• When relaying patient information via radio, communications should be:
• What is the leading cause of death in the geriatric population?
• In nursing assessment, what is the difference between cues and data?
• Which percent over ideal body weight defines obesity?
• The first month of life after birth is referred to as the:
• What is the typical resting pulse rate for adults aged 19 to 60?
• Which statement best reflects the legal rights of a patient regarding EMS refusal?
• Under what circumstances is a left ventricular assist device used?
• What does SOAP stand for in clinical documentation?
• You are dispatched to a call for a 4-month-old infant with respiratory distress. Which consideration is appropriate while preparing to care for this child?
• Which description best defines a dedicated line?
• You are assessing a 440-lb man who complains of shortness of breath and lower back pain. The patient is conscious and alert, his blood pressure is 148/98 mm Hg, and his heart rate is 120 beats/min. Your MOST immediate action should be to:
• When caring for a patient who is visually impaired, it is important to:
• Which tool is commonly used to screen the risk of falls in adults?
• When caring for a female child who may have experienced sexual abuse, which action is recommended if possible?
• Common causes of seizures in children include all of the following, EXCEPT which?
• How should the final answer be represented in the response format?
• What is the primary purpose of the Module 3 Practice Exam item set in this context?
• When medical control gives an order that seems inappropriate, after confirming that you heard the physician correctly, you should:
• When completing the ePCR for a patient, which statement is true?
• What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult?
• Which units are used when calculating BMI?
• In evaluating a child who has ingested a poison, which question is most pertinent to ask first?
• Which four elements are required to establish negligence in a malpractice claim?
• If the outline is unavailable, which approach is most reasonable?
• The reason an infant's blood pressure tends to rise with age is because:
• In interviewing an adolescent, which approach best supports accurate information gathering about pregnancy risk?
• Which of the following statements regarding a 'dedicated line' is correct?
• When assessing a toddler who is not critically ill, where should you generally begin the assessment?
• Which vaccine type is typically contraindicated in pregnancy?
• Common causes of depression in the elderly include all of the following, EXCEPT:
• Which term describes the opening created by a colostomy?
• In nursing assessment, which statement correctly describes data and cues together?
• Atherosclerosis is defined as what?
• What does a p-value indicate in hypothesis testing?
• In EMS, when a physician order seems unclear, the correct action is to:
• Which statement best describes the abdomen examination step in the head-to-toe assessment?
• If the Module 3 outline is unavailable, what is a recommended first step to prepare for the practice exam?
• When providing a patient report via radio, you should protect the patient's privacy by:
• A surgical procedure that creates an opening between the intestine and the body's surface to eliminate waste products is called a:
• The age range often cited as optimal functioning is:
• Which finding is LEAST suggestive of child abuse?
• Which statement correctly describes the distinction between an EMR and an EHR?
• The term neonatal period describes the time frame from birth to which of the following?
• Blood levels of medications may rise in the elderly, sometimes to toxic levels. This is MOST likely due to:
• An abdominal aortic aneurysm: Which statement is true?
• In arterial blood gas analysis, what does an elevated PaCO2 indicate?
• Which of the following will help improve radio communications?
• In a child struck by a car, the area of greatest injury depends most on which factors?
• What are common clinical manifestations of hyponatremia?
• Down syndrome is a genetic defect that occurs as the result of which chromosomal event?
• In the described 70-year-old female with thirst, polyuria, dehydration, and hypotension, which diagnosis is most consistent with her presentation?
• Tarasoff duty to warn applies when there is a credible threat to which party?
• What is a typical normal Hgb range for adult men?
• Which term describes a false spoken statement that harms a person's reputation?
• A 5-year-old child has had severe vomiting and diarrhea for 4 days. Which assessment finding would be the most indicative of decompensated shock?
• Which practice is not recommended when communicating with a deaf or hard-of-hearing patient?
• Effective therapeutic communication skills require which of the following?
• Which finding is a late sign of shock in a pediatric patient?
• In healthcare communication, what does the SBAR framework help with?
• How do hypovolemic and septic shocks differ in etiology and hemodynamics?
• Infection should be considered a possible cause of airway obstruction in an infant or child, especially if he or she presents with which signs?
• Which statement is NOT appropriate to document in the narrative section of the PCR?
• Which cooling method is contraindicated in managing fever in a child with a seizure?
• Which renal change is commonly seen with aging?
• Pale skin in a child indicates that which of the following is true?
• When immobilizing a patient with a kyphotic spine to a long backboard, which adjustment is most likely needed?
• Which design principle helps ensure the assessment is clear and fair?
• Why do middle adults commonly experience financial concerns?
• Which statement about abdominal aortic aneurysm is true?
• What is antimicrobial stewardship, and what is de-escalation in this context?
• A ventriculoperitoneal shunt serves to:
• An adult is considered obese when their weight exceeds ideal body weight by what percentage?
• An elderly patient wearing hearing aids is unresponsive during questions, and you hear a whistling sound from the devices. Which action should you take?
• A respiratory rate of 30 breaths per minute in an infant is:
• During triage at the scene of a motor-vehicle crash, a 5-year-old is unresponsive and apneic. After positioning the airway, what is the next step?
• Which of the following would be the MOST practical method of communicating with a hearing-impaired patient until his or her hearing aids can be located?
• Which statement describes the onset of puberty?
• Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is most closely associated with which condition?
• What is essential for a question to be considered standalone?
• To minimize distractions when assessing an older patient, which is the recommended approach?
• Which symptom is most characteristic of meningitis in older children?
• What characterizes a live attenuated vaccine?
• Which incident does NOT require a report to be filed with local authorities?
• Which statement best describes data falsification in nursing documentation?
• Which element is NOT typically required for valid informed consent?
• Which approach is recommended when a patient has limited English proficiency?
• What autoimmune process is commonly involved in type 1 diabetes mellitus?
• Why should healthcare staff report near-misses?
• How is fidelity defined in professional ethics?
• During a patient interview, a young man with severe headache does not answer immediately. What should you do?
• Left ventricular assist devices are used as a bridge to transplantation while a donor heart is being located.
• In elderly patients, age-related changes most significantly reduce the effectiveness of which senses?
• What is the goal of medication reconciliation during care transitions?
• During a pediatric assessment when a caregiver is distressed, the most appropriate action is to:
• Which color do Gram-negative bacteria appear after the Gram stain process?
• In the PICO framework, which component represents the variable that is tested?
• In clinical assessment, how are data and cues integrated to guide the diagnostic process?
• In an older patient with severe dehydration and altered mental status, which diagnosis is most consistent with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome?
• For an 18-month-old with respiratory distress who is tachypneic and clinging to the mother, what is the MOST appropriate initial treatment?
• What are the standard steps of the nursing process in order?
• After repositioning the airway in an unresponsive, apneic pediatric patient, which action should be taken next to assess circulation?
• Which principle obligates clinicians to respect a competent patient's right to refuse treatment, even if it may result in harm?
• Under HIPAA, which statement about the minimum necessary standard is true?
• Define the midsagittal (median) plane in human anatomy.
• Which statement about seizure disorders is supported by the material?
• Common causes of depression in the elderly include all of the following, EXCEPT:
• Which statement about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is correct?
• When communicating with an older patient, you should remember that:
• Which of the following is NOT a common factor that would affect a 75-year-old patient's vital signs?
• What is the primary purpose of a root cause analysis after an adverse event?
• A p-value of 0.01 indicates which of the following?
• In a randomized controlled trial, blinding helps prevent bias from which sources?
• During the natural process of aging, the number of functional cilia in the respiratory system decreases, resulting in:
• Cerebral palsy is characterized by poorly controlled which type of movement?
• Which three elements comprise the pediatric assessment triangle?
• Which of the following is a physical change that typically occurs in the adolescent age group?
• During a pediatric assessment of a seizure where the mother is crying, which action best enables you to assess the child?
• How should answer choices be formatted to meet standard exam conventions?
• What is the primary purpose of the pediatric assessment triangle (PAT)?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical sign of dehydration in an infant?
• Which of the following conditions would MOST likely be encountered in a patient with cerebral palsy?
• In septic shock, which hemodynamic change is most characteristic?
• List the six rights of medication administration.
• Which indicator is most associated with physical elder abuse?
• Which statement best describes effective communication in healthcare as described in the material?
• Which sign most clearly indicates increased work of breathing in a pediatric patient?
• According to EMTALA, which statement is true?
• Which statement best describes common experiences of older adults?
• Which description best defines informed consent in the clinical setting?
• What is the primary reason to randomize the order of answer choices across questions?
• In troubleshooting inadequate ventilation for a patient with a tracheostomy, which action corresponds to the 'E' category in the DOPE mnemonic?
• In preconventional reasoning, which statement best describes a child’s decision-making?
• Which term describes clouding of the lenses of the eye?
• Which of the following statements regarding patients with intellectual disabilities is correct?
• An 84-year-old male fell a week ago and has been bedridden since then. Today, he presents with an altered mental status. His skin is pale and cold and his respirations are rapid and shallow. The EMT should suspect:
• Which action is most appropriate to assess for an obstruction in a tracheostomy tube causing inadequate ventilation?
• When constructing distractors, which practice is recommended?
• Which action is NOT recommended to minimize confusion during geriatric assessment?
• Which statement best reflects interaction with caregivers for patients with special health care needs?
• Because of the complexity of the older patient and the vagueness of his or her complaint, you should:
• Older adults frequently take multiple medications. Which option best reflects this statement?
• Which observation best indicates an environmental factor affecting elder care?
• In clinical reasoning, what is the purpose of forming hypotheses from cues?
• How does Medicare primarily differ from Medicaid in the U.S. healthcare system?
• A 2-year-old child experiences a seizure with hot, moist skin. Which action is most appropriate to manage the fever and ensure safety?
• When assessing an 8-year-old child, which approach is recommended?
• Is informed consent always required in emergency life-saving interventions?
• Which description matches the Moro reflex?
• What is the term for the stooped, humpback-like posture seen in some older adults?
• Which type of questions allow for the most detailed response?
• Common complications of central venous catheters include all of the following EXCEPT which?
• Among common routes of medication administration, which provides the fastest systemic effect?
• Which symptom set best indicates left-sided heart failure?
• Which practice best demonstrates respect for cultural differences during patient interaction?
• In the context of SIDS investigations, autopsy findings can help differentiate SIDS from other causes of death.
• Signs and symptoms of meningitis in the infant or child include all of the following, EXCEPT which?
• What is the purpose of the teach-back method?
• Under HIPAA, which uses of PHI do not require patient authorization?
• What is the primary purpose of reporting near-misses in healthcare?
• What is cultural humility in healthcare practice?
• Ethnocentrism is defined as:
• Which statement best defines capacity to consent in clinical decision making?
• A viral infection that may cause obstruction of the upper airway in a child is called which condition?
• What is the primary intervention to prevent pressure ulcers in immobile patients?
• A specific legal document that directs relatives and caregivers regarding the medical treatment that may be given to patients who cannot speak for themselves is called a(n):
• In evidence-based practice, what does PICO stand for?
• What is the purpose of blinding in randomized controlled trials?
• What does the PDSA cycle stand for, and what is its purpose in quality improvement?
• What is a typical range for systolic blood pressure in a healthy 30-year-old adult?
• Which finding most strongly suggests left-sided heart failure in an older patient?
• What is the purpose of a ventricular peritoneal shunt?
• A typical physical change in early adulthood is:
• In hypovolemic shock, which hemodynamic change is most characteristic?
• Which measure of central tendency is least affected by outliers?
• Which action is appropriate when a deaf or hard-of-hearing patient prefers to respond in writing?
• In cancer staging, what does the 'T' component describe?
• Which statement best describes an effective distractor?
• Spina bifida is defined as which of the following?
• Which neonatal reflex involves the infant opening the arms wide and spreading the fingers in response to a startling stimulus?
• In SBAR, which element corresponds to the recommended action to take?
• Which ethical principle focuses on loyalty and faithfulness to promises in professional care?
• When communicating with an older patient, which statement is most accurate?
• The aging process decreases mucociliary function, resulting in:
• Spina bifida is defined as which birth defect?
• The areas of the infant's skull that have not yet fused are called what?
• Which statement accurately describes Electronic Health Records (EHR) in relation to Electronic Medical Records (EMR)?
• While transporting a patient in the ED, you receive another high-priority dispatch. What should you do first?
• How is body mass index calculated?
• Which of the following statements regarding interaction with the caregiver of a child or adult with special health care needs is correct?
• An infant with severe dehydration would be expected to present with which finding?
• Which of the following statements regarding autism is correct?
• What is the typical sequence of examination components in a head-to-toe assessment?
• Under capitation-based reimbursement, how is provider payment determined?
• Sedentary behavior during recovery from a hip fracture predisposes an elderly patient to which complication?
• In contrast to younger patients, older patients are more prone to a decrease in blood pressure upon standing because:
• In preconventional moral reasoning, children primarily:
• Which of the following is included in standard precautions?
• The risk of intracranial bleeding increases with age and is most directly related to:
• Which of the following statements regarding a patient refusal is correct?
• Which elements must be present for informed consent to be valid in most clinical settings?
• Talking about an elderly patient with other family members can cause the patient to feel what?
• In the DOPE mnemonic used for ventilator troubleshooting, what does the 'Equipment' category refer to?
• Which question would be LEAST pertinent initially when questioning a parent about a suspected poisoning ingestion?
• What is capitation in healthcare reimbursement?
• Compared to adults, infants have which characteristic regarding respiratory rate?
• In ECG interpretation, what does the PR interval represent?
• What is the best practice for notifying the hospital during transit?
• Tarasoff duty to warn applies when there is a credible risk to which party?
• Which ethical principle is primarily about honoring a patient's treatment choices, including refusals?
• You could be sued for __________ if your radio report to the hospital describes the patient in a manner that injures his or her reputation.
• Delirium is most suggested by which of the following in an elderly patient?
• The typical resting pulse rate for adults aged 19 to 60 is about:
• Which observation best represents the environmental factor in the GEMS framework?
• During a home visit, a 13-year-old on a ventilator has a malfunctioning machine and increasing respiratory distress. What is the most appropriate action?
• Which statement about infant breathing is accurate?
• In the SOAP note framework, which section contains the clinician's assessment and working diagnosis?
• In the DOPE mnemonic for ventilation troubleshooting, which category indicates displacement of the tube from its proper position?
• Which practice is an example of data falsification in healthcare documentation?
• Because a tracheostomy bypasses the nose and mouth, which issue is commonly associated with the tube?
• Clouding of the lenses of the eyes is called:
• Which statement defines primary prevention in public health?
• When assessing a sexually active adolescent with abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, what is a recommended interview practice?
• Which statement about ePCR privacy is true?
• To ensure questions are self-contained and fair, which practice is most important?
• The soft spots on an infant's skull where sutures have not yet fused are called:
• Why is weight-based dosing essential in pediatrics?
• What color do Gram-positive bacteria appear after staining with crystal violet and a mordant?
• Which precautions should be taken with all patients to prevent transmission of infection?
• Which is the MOST logical way of notifying the hospital when transporting a patient in respiratory arrest?
• What is a basic requirement for items in this JBL practice exam structure?
• In the SOAP framework, which section contains the plan for further evaluation and treatment?
• What is a recommended characteristic of distractors in high-quality items?
• Which option is an example of primary prevention in public health?
• Which age range is considered toddlers?
• To transmit the electrocardiogram using a multiplex system, which statement is true?
• Burns in children are commonly caused by all of the following, EXCEPT which one?
• To help distribute correct answer positions across a set of questions, which approach is advisable?
• Which statement best describes the benefit of confirming the exact content areas covered in Module 3?