Emt Fisdap Cardiology Exam, Cardiology Fisdap

A 44 year old awakened with shortness of breath complaining of indigestion, nausea, and epigastric pressure. Antacids didn't help. You should suspect? {Ans: Myocardial infarction}The AED gives "no shock" message to a patient who is in cardiac arrest. You should: {Ans: Resume chest compressions}What is the cause of heart failure? {Ans: Inadequate ejection of blood from the ventricles}Which of the following is a sign of cardiogenic shock? {Ans: Progressive hypotension}Asthmatic 50 year old female patient is sitting at her desk. She is anxious and complaining of tightness in her chest. You should? {Ans: assist with prescribed inhaler}A 73 year old female has chest pain and shortness of breath with bilateral crackles. Vitals are 80/40, P 112, and R 22. What is the most likely cause? {Ans: cardiogenic shock}During CPR which of the following is most important? {Ans: Minimal interruptions during compression}Normal electrical impulses begin in the: {Ans: Sinoatrial (SA) node}A weakness in the wall of the aorta: {Ans: Aortic aneurysm}Signs of cardiogenic shock: {Ans: -Skin may be cool, clammy, and ashen -High BP -Rapid, shallow breathing -Weak, irregular pulse -Anxiety, nausea}2 minutes after assisting with 3rd nitro. Complains of dizziness