JBL EMT Practice Exam

Common signs and symptoms of a hypertensive emergency include:

1. a bounding pulse, a severe headache, and dizziness

2. pallor, cool skin, and a temporary loss of hearing

3. syncope, a weak pulse, and bleeding from the ears

4. tachycardia, pain behind the eyes, and weakness

The correct answer is: a bounding pulse, a severe headache, and dizziness

A hypertensive emergency refers to a rapid and severe increase in blood pressure that often requires immediate medical attention. A bounding pulse, severe headache, and dizziness are all common and concerning signs of a hypertensive emergency. This is because the high blood pressure can put strain on the heart and blood vessels, leading to symptoms such as a racing or bounding pulse, intense headache, and dizziness. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately describe common signs and symptoms of a hypertensive emergency. Pallor and cool skin are signs of low blood pressure, syncope and a weak pulse can be seen in both low and high blood pressure situations, and tachycardia, pain behind the eyes, and weakness are not specific to a hypertensive emergency.