MFA Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 9 of 30
The factor which indicates a drug related emergency is life-threatening is:
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Direct Answer
Option D: High, low or irregular pulse.
Irregular, abnormally high, or low pulses indicate cardiovascular or neurological instability, suggesting the drug may be causing systemic life-threatening failure rather than just behavioral changes.
All Options
A
Dilated pupils slow to respond to light.
B
Lack of coordination and slurred speech.
C
Altered mental status.
D
High, low or irregular pulse.
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
Irregular, abnormally high, or low pulses indicate cardiovascular or neurological instability, suggesting the drug may be causing systemic life-threatening failure rather than just behavioral changes.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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