MFA Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 30 of 30
You find a male patient with obvious difficulty breathing. He is using his neck muscles, and is cyanotic. There are red blotches on his chest, and his neck is swelling. You suspect :
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Direct Answer
Option C: Anaphylaxis.
The combination of respiratory distress, cyanosis, and swelling of the neck/face is characteristic of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) due to upper airway obstruction and edema.
All Options
A
Bronchitis.
B
Asthma.
C
Anaphylaxis.
(Correct Answer)
D
Emphysema.
Detailed Explanation & Context
The combination of respiratory distress, cyanosis, and swelling of the neck/face is characteristic of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) due to upper airway obstruction and edema.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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