SAEM Emergency Department (ED) Practice Test

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• What does the term "crash cart" refer to?
• How can a clinician evaluate for appendicitis in a patient?
• What condition is characterized by pain, hypotension, and a palpable abdominal mass?
• What is the management for an ingested sharp object located in the duodenum?
• What is the first step in the management of a patient with suspected sepsis?
• What is a significant chemical mechanism of injury caused by button batteries?
• What imaging modality is preferred for assessing renal colic in the emergency department?
• What is the appropriate fluid replacement for a patient with severe burns?
• What is the most common site for foreign body impaction in children?
• What is the hallmark of heat exhaustion?
• What is the most common offending agent in emphysematous pyelonephritis?
• Which drug is NOT administered endotracheally during resuscitation?
• What is the upper limit of normal for body temperature?
• What is the most common cause of chest pain in the emergency department?
• In toxicology, what does the term "SIPS" refer to?
• In the case of a severe allergic reaction, what is the first treatment to administer?
• What is the most critical first step in the management of an obstructed airway?
• What is the first-line treatment for uncomplicated cellulitis?
• What is the adequate urine output for an adult patient in a critical care setting?
• What is the most important management step for inhalation injuries?
• What is the first step in the preparation for intubation?
• What is the most common cause of an asthma exacerbation?
• What symptoms might indicate a patient is experiencing increased intracranial pressure?
• What is the common first-line treatment for a patient presenting with a suspected myocardial infarction?
• Which substance is commonly used in the management of shock?
• What is the primary treatment for a tension pneumothorax?
• What is a common EKG finding in a COPD exacerbation?
• What is the best antidote for methanol poisoning?
• Where is the most common site of perforation for long objects in the gastrointestinal tract?
• What is the most sensitive and specific test for diagnosing perforated viscus?
• What is a common second-line medication used in stroke management?
• What is the primary purpose of triage in the emergency department?
• In the management of metabolic acidosis, which of the following substances is included in the mnemonic 'MUDPILES'?
• In a patient with mineralocorticoid deficiency and low sodium, what is a recommended treatment?
• Which method is commonly used for management of narcotics "body packers"?
• For patients with an acute asthma attack, what is the preferred route for epinephrine administration in severe cases?
• In cases of suspected stroke, what does the acronym "FAST" stand for?
• What percentage of the population does not have a cremasteric reflex?
• What is the length of endotracheal tubing usually recommended for adult males?
• What is the primary concern when managing patients with electric burns?
• Which burn degree involves full thickness and is painless?
• What is the purpose of performing a rapid sequence intubation in emergency situations?
• What does the term "decompensated shock" refer to?
• What is the recommended initial dose of epinephrine for an adult in anaphylactic shock?
• During advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when should the 'H's and T's' be considered?
• What blood pressure must be achieved to safely administer thrombolytics for stroke treatment?
• What are the typical symptoms of a lower gastrointestinal bleed?
• When do alcohol withdrawal seizures typically peak?
• What is the initial management for an ingested coin in a pediatric patient?
• What is a significant EKG finding associated with hyperkalemia?
• What can cause a transcellular shift of potassium out of cells?
• What is the golden time period for testicular torsion intervention?
• What is the primary goal when managing a patient with severe sepsis?
• What type of imaging study is indicated for a patient with suspected brain hemorrhage?
• What is the most critical immediate management step for a patient presenting with anaphylaxis?
• What is the drug of choice for a patient having a seizure that does not respond to multiple doses of lorazepam?
• What is the recommended treatment for spinal cord injury with neurogenic shock?
• In the context of sepsis, what laboratory test is critical for diagnosis?
• What is the most critical step in managing an opioid overdose?
• Which medication is indicated for treating ventricular tachycardia without a pulse?
• What does "Cushing's triad" indicate in a trauma patient?
• What is a key indicator of potential ankle injury according to the Ottawa Ankle Rules?
• Which of the following is the first-line treatment for hyperkalemia?
• What is the primary risk of a patient with a history of transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• What is the first-line treatment for an adult patient experiencing acute asthma exacerbation?
• What is an important consideration when assessing a patient with chest pain?
• What is the recommended approach to manage an adrenaline-resistant severe asthma attack?
• Which of the following is a common sign of anaphylaxis?
• What is the appropriate management for cylindrical batteries that remain in the esophagus?
• What is the primary goal in managing a patient with a STEMI?
• What percentage sensitivity can be achieved by having the patient sit upright for 10 minutes in cases of perforated viscus?
• What is a primary indication for the use of intravenous fluids in trauma patients?
• What is the maximum time frame for administering thrombolytics in a patient with ischemic stroke?
• Which drug classes are associated with anti-arrhythmics?
• Which of the following is a key characteristic of a tension pneumothorax?
• What is the dosage of etomidate recommended for induction?
• If a foreign body is very proximal, what is the recommended management technique?
• What is a key concern when treating a patient with heat stroke?
• What is the primary goal of managing a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
• What is the recommended management for an intact bullae found on a burn patient?
• In adults, which type of bowel obstruction is most commonly proximal?
• Which artery is associated with STEMI in leads V1-V3, aVL, and I?
• What is the first-line treatment for a patient in ventricular fibrillation?
• How many recurrences of C. difficile infection warrant a consultation with GI for fecal transplant?
• What does the acronym "ABCDE" stand for in trauma assessment?
• What is a common cause of decreased potassium excretion?
• How quickly can perforation occur after the ingestion of a button battery?
• What is NOT included in the criteria for Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)?
• Which laboratory tests are typically included in the evaluation for perforated viscus?
• What is the typical first response to a patient in respiratory distress?
• What is an indication for fibrinolytic therapy in acute myocardial infarction?
• In cases of drowning, what is one of the key management steps?
• What does the term "scoop and run" imply in emergency medical services?
• What is the definition of shock?
• Which factor is NOT typically included in the criteria for diagnosing sepsis?
• How is hypoglycemia treated in an unconscious patient?
• What are the common signs of a stroke?
• What is the primary time-sensitive intervention in the 3-hour bundle for sepsis?
• What is the last line treatment for severe reactions from a scorpion sting?
• What is the definition of pulsus paradoxus?
• In cases of severe gastrointestinal hemorrhage, what is the first step in management?
• What percentage of potassium excretion is renal versus gastrointestinal?
• What is a key contraindication for the use of succinylcholine?
• What is a common infectious cause of bloody diarrhea?
• How many times should you tap the cornea when using a tonopen?
• What is the formula used to calculate fluid resuscitation in burn patients?
• Which patient demographic is most likely to suffer from a pulmonary embolism?
• What is a common complication associated with fractures?
• What is a primary symptom indicating scorpion envenomation?
• Which treatment is appropriate for a patient with severe hypoglycemia?
• Which laboratory test is crucial for the diagnosis of myocardial infarction?
• What is a sign that indicates need for immediate treatment in a hyperkalemic patient?
• What is the role of activated charcoal in emergency medicine?
• What should be the first-line treatment for a severe asthma exacerbation?
• Which ECG finding is indicative of hyperkalemia?
• What is the role of Nitroprusside in emergency care?
• What is the most common cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding?
• How should a patient with a suspected spinal injury be positioned during initial assessment?
• What is the preferred imaging modality for diagnosing emphysematous pyelonephritis?
• What type of drug is commonly used for sedation in emergency procedures?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the AEIOUTIPS mnemonic for altered mental status?
• Which condition would most commonly present with abdominal distension and vomiting?
• What vital sign change is most indicative of shock?
• For a patient presenting with acute abdominal pain and guarding, which condition should be considered?
• Which of the following affects potassium excretion?
• Which vital sign change might be expected in a patient with severe dehydration?
• What is the main purpose of performing a primary survey in trauma patients?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a component of Virchow's triad?
• Which scoring system is commonly used for assessing the severity of trauma patients?
• In patients with hypothermia, which intervention is contraindicated?
• What are the initial options in managing cardiogenic shock?
• What is the primary focus of the emergency management of the pediatric patient?
• What criteria define a high-risk patient for aortic dissection?
• Which laboratory tests are part of the workup for a new-onset seizure?
• Which of the following is a common organism that causes sepsis?
• What is a mnemonic used for EKG lead placement?
• What is the initial treatment for a patient with mild to moderate C. difficile infection?
• What is the definition of status epilepticus?
• What defines severe sepsis?
• What do you give to a patient not receiving tPA within 48 hours after an ischemic stroke?
• What is the most important initial step in managing a patient with a suspected drug overdose?
• Which vital sign is primarily monitored in a patient with suspected heart failure?
• What is the immediate action for a choking patient who is able to cough?
• What are the lab values indicative of necrotizing fasciitis?
• What are some possible complications of septic shock?
• When a patient presents with chest pain, what initial test should be performed to rule out acute coronary syndrome?
• What is the most common ingested foreign body in children?
• What is the primary indicator for using a tourniquet in a bleeding patient?
• What should be done immediately upon arrival in the ED for a patient with suspected myocardial infarction?
• In the context of cardiac arrest, what does the term "high-quality CPR" refer to?
• What is the specific protocol for treating aspirin toxicity?
• What does the acronym "RACE" stand for in stroke recognition?
• What is the treatment for a patient with chest pain and left bundle branch block?
• What lab test is critical for evaluating a patient with suspected liver failure?
• What type of fracture is characterized by the skin remaining intact?
• What is the recommended method for assessing a patient's Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?
• What is the ultimate goal of trauma resuscitation?
• What is the standard treatment for anaphylaxis?
• In the context of trauma, what is the significance of "mechanism of injury"?
• How can RV infarction be diagnosed using EKG?
• What is the mainstay treatment for a heat stroke patient?
• In pediatric patients, what is the primary assessment during resuscitation?
• Which indication for dialysis is represented by the letter "O" in the AEIOU mnemonic?
• For a patient experiencing a severe allergic reaction, what is the second-line treatment after epinephrine?
• Which imaging method is considered the gold standard for diagnosing mesenteric ischemia?
• Which of the following treatments is NOT part of managing a diabetic patient with fever and costovertebral angle tenderness?
• In trauma patients, which assessment should be performed to detect pneumothorax?
• What is the most common cause of small bowel obstruction (SBO)?
• Which imaging study is most commonly used for evaluating suspected pulmonary embolism?
• In managing a patient with a suspected stroke, what is a critical step to ensure the best outcomes?
• What is the primary management for a patient with suspected stroke?
• What is the maximum size for a foreign body ingestion that might be too large to pass in an adult?
• What does the term "continuous positive airway pressure" (CPAP) indicate?
• What is the primary treatment for a tension pneumothorax?
• What is the most commonly used initial imaging modality in trauma cases?
• What is an appropriate management step for a child with a snake bite who is asymptomatic?
• What is the initial treatment for an asthma exacerbation in the ED?
• Which mnemonic is used to predict difficult intubation?
• What is the most common cause of suicide by ingestion?
• Which laboratory test is most critical in the initial assessment of a patient with altered mental status?
• What is the most common organism associated with healthcare-associated pneumonia (HCAP)?
• For which condition is naloxone primarily used?
• Which of the following is NOT a predictor of difficult bag-mask ventilation?
• Which medication is typically administered for anaphylaxis?