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PTCE Pharmacy Technician

Category - Process & Dispense

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A patient comes to your pharmacy counter complaining of severe sudden chest pain, and that he also has pain in his shoulder. He seems a bit disoriented. What medical emergency is this patient most likely suffering from?
  1. Heart attack
  2. Stroke
  3. Anaphylaxis
  4. Asthma attack
Explanation
Answer: A - This patient is most likely suffering a heart attack. The sudden onset of severe chest pain and pain radiating to the shoulder, arm, neck or jaw are common symptoms of a heart attack. This patient needs to get to a hospital as soon as possible; you should offer to call 911 for the patient.
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