Question 1

The space between the base if the tongue and the epiglottis is called?

Options :

A : Tonsils

B : Criciod

C : Larynx

D : Vallecula

Answer: D

Question 2

The Sellick's maneuver is designed to:

Options :

A : Reduce the risk of vomiting

B : Move the vallecula into view

C : Move the carina into view

D : Collapse the trachea

Answer: A

Question 3

Which of the following vital signs would be most indicative of a patient who has entered the decompensated stage of shock?

Options :

A : Heart rate of 110, respirations of 24, and a blood pressure of 128/90 mmHg

B : Heart rate of 92, respirations of 18, and a blood pressure of 124/72 mmHg

C : Heart rate 64, respirations of 8, and a blood pressure of 82/40 mmHg

D : Heart rate of 128, respirations of 26, and a blood pressure of 82/62 mmHg

Answer: D

Question 4

The tongue often is a source of airway obstruction, it falls back and occludes the _________?

Options :

A : Larynx

B : Trachea

C : Nasopharynx

D : Pharynx

Answer: D

Question 5

What is the correct procedure for handling a used airway?

Options :

A : Discard it in a biohazard trash container.

B : Clean it with alcohol foam and dry it off.

C : Disinfect it with bleach and water solution.

D : Sterilize it in an autoclave or boiling water.

Answer: A