Part of the Medical Emergencies practice questions exam area.
This page holds 240 free practice questions for Chapter 20, Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat, covering eye, ear, nose, throat, and dental emergencies, epistaxis, deep neck infections, and airway-threatening facial conditions. They are written for paramedic and EMT students working through Nancy Caroline's Emergency Care in the Streets, 9th edition. Every question shows the correct answer with a short explanation as soon as you tap, so you learn while you test rather than waiting until the end.
Study it two ways: the 10 Question Blitz, a quick round where every right answer lights a siren and any misses lead into Lights & Sirens, a 5-in-a-row drill on that section, or the full 100-question test drawn at random from the whole chapter. After each test you get a score and a section-by-section breakdown. Progress on the full test is saved on your device, so you can stop and pick up later.
Which structure is the clear, avascular front portion of the eye that covers the iris and pupil?
Answer: A. Cornea
The cornea is the transparent, avascular anterior covering of the eye. The sclera is the white, opaque outer layer, and the conjunctiva is the thin membrane lining the lids and covering the sclera.
A 34-year-old man was splashed in both eyes with a drain cleaner. He is screaming in pain. What is your first priority after scene safety?
Answer: D. Begin immediate copious irrigation
Alkali burns cause liquefactive necrosis and continue to penetrate tissue; immediate, prolonged irrigation is the priority. Acuity testing should not delay irrigation.
The external, visible part of the ear is called the:
Answer: C. Pinna (auricle)
The pinna (auricle) collects sound and directs it into the external auditory canal. The cochlea is in the inner ear.
Most students use the 10 Question Blitz for daily practice and take the full 100-question test in the days before a class exam or NREMT practice. Lights & Sirens after a blitz is the fastest way to close gaps the night before a test.
Every question in this chapter is also listed by section, with answers, on the topic pages above. See all paramedic topics or take the NREMT paramedic practice test.
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