BLS Medical, OB, and Gynecology Starter Set
Question types in this set: Multiple ChoiceFeaturedA short set of medical, OB, and gynecology questions at the EMT-B level. Multiple choice — 4 options; one correct per question. Wrong answers use other key facts from this set where possible, plus generic protocol fallbacks.
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Questions
- A diabetic patient is found unresponsive with a blood glucose level of 32 mg/dL. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most common cause of altered mental status in a diabetic patient?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is experiencing signs of a stroke. What is the most critical time-sensitive intervention?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You arrive to find a patient with sudden onset of severe headache, nausea, and one-sided weakness. This is most consistent with:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is having a seizure. What should you do during the active seizure?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most appropriate oxygen therapy for a patient experiencing chest pain of suspected cardiac origin?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient with a known history of asthma is wheezing and having difficulty breathing. What is the first-line medication?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You find an elderly patient who is confused and has a urinary tract infection. This is an example of:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is complaining of chest pain that radiates to the jaw and left arm. What should you administer first?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most common presentation of a pulmonary embolism?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is in anaphylactic shock after a bee sting. What is the priority medication?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You are treating a patient with suspected opioid overdose who has slow shallow breathing. What medication should you administer?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient with CHF is in respiratory distress with pink frothy sputum. This is most likely:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the correct initial management for a patient experiencing hyperthermia?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient in her third trimester is complaining of severe abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. This is most concerning for:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You find a patient with facial droop, arm drift, and slurred speech. What scale are you using to assess this?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is experiencing an acute asthma attack. What adventitious lung sound is most expected?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most appropriate position for a patient in cardiogenic shock?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient has ingested a large amount of poison 30 minutes ago and is alert. What may be considered?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You are caring for a patient with suspected meningitis. What is a classic sign?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient with diabetes presents with fruity breath and rapid deep breathing. This is most consistent with:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the priority intervention for a patient with suspected heat stroke?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A female patient of childbearing age has severe lower abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. You should suspect:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You arrive to find a patient who overdosed on benzodiazepines. What is the primary concern?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is experiencing syncope. What is the most common cause in older adults?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What medication should be given to a patient with chest pain if they have taken nitroglycerin previously?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient has a history of COPD and is in respiratory distress. What oxygen saturation target should you aim for?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You find an unconscious patient with slow respirations and pinpoint pupils. This is most consistent with:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most appropriate treatment for a patient with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is having an allergic reaction with hives and mild swelling. What medication is most appropriate?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You are assessing a patient with abdominal pain. What is the most important thing to determine first?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient with a known seizure disorder is actively seizing for over 5 minutes. This is called:Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the correct initial treatment for a patient with suspected hypoglycemia who is conscious?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient is experiencing severe nausea and vomiting. What medication may be appropriate?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You find a patient with sudden onset of one-sided weakness and facial droop. What is your priority action?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most common cause of seizures in adults over age 60?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient with suspected acute coronary syndrome should receive which medication early?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- You are treating a patient with anaphylaxis who has a prescribed epinephrine auto-injector. What is the correct dose for an adult?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient presents with fever, headache, and a stiff neck. What condition should you suspect?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- What is the most appropriate position for a patient experiencing difficulty breathing due to CHF?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient in the third trimester has severe headache, visual changes, and elevated blood pressure. What pregnancy-related condition should you suspect?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient has a generalized seizure. What pregnancy-related emergency is most concerning?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A postpartum patient has heavy vaginal bleeding, tachycardia, and signs of shock. What obstetric emergency is most likely?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A patient in the first trimester has cramping and vaginal bleeding. What should you consider?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient in the third trimester becomes hypotensive and dizzy while lying supine. What position change may improve perfusion?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- During labor, the umbilical cord is seen protruding from the vagina before the baby is delivered. What is this emergency called?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A third trimester patient has sudden painless bright red vaginal bleeding. What placental condition is classically associated with painless bleeding?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- For a third trimester patient with vaginal bleeding of unknown cause, what should you avoid doing in the field?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient has regular contractions before 37 weeks gestation. What should you suspect?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A pregnant patient has fever, tachycardia, and uterine tenderness. What intra-amniotic complication should you suspect?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A postpartum patient has foul-smelling vaginal discharge and fever. What should you suspect?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS
- A newborn is not breathing after birth. After drying and stimulating, what is the immediate BLS priority?Multiple ChoiceMedical, OB, and Gynecology · BLS