18–22% of the EMT cognitive exam

Airway, Respiration & Ventilation practice questions

Airway questions are the highest-yield section on the NREMT because a missed airway kills fastest. Expect items that force you to choose between oxygenating and ventilating, and to recognize inadequate breathing before it becomes apnea.

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A 24-year-old with an asthma exacerbation is speaking in two-word sentences, has a respiratory rate of 34, and SpO2 of 89% on room air. What is your FIRST action?

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