Cardiology Quiz

You are at work and notice that a coworker is sweating profusely, complaining of nausea, and
has pale skin. You ask him if he is feels okay and he says he has chest pain.

Question 1 of 5

What should you do?

None of the above.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Both A and B.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Encourage him to drink water.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Call for an ambulance immediately.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
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You are at home with your elderly father, who has a history of heart disease. He suddenly
complains of chest pain and shortness of breath.

Question 2 of 5

What should you do?

Call for an ambulance.
WRONG! 0 / 5
None of the above.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Both A and B.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Give him his prescribed medicine.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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Scenario: An individual suddenly becomes weak on one side of the body and has slurred
speech.

Question 3 of 5

What action should you take?

Call for an ambulance immediately.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Offer the individual a warm compress.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Have the individual lie flat on the back.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Give the individual a piece of chocolate.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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Scenario: A person complains of chest pain that is radiating to the left arm. 

Question 4 of 5

What action should you take?

Allow the individual to lie down and rest.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Offer the individual a warm beverage.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Give the individual a painkiller.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Call for an ambulance immediately.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
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You are at a restaurant and notice that a man at the table adjacent to yours is having difficulty
breathing. He is sweating profusely, and his lips are turning blue.

Question 5 of 5

What should you do?

Call for an ambulance immediately.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Ignore the man.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Give him an aspirin.
WRONG! 0 / 5
None of the above.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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