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Qatar DHP Emergency & Critical Care Practice Questions
Emergency questions test BLS and ACLS knowledge, shock, anaphylaxis, sepsis and heat illness, which is highly relevant in the Gulf. Below are 5 free sample questions for the Qatar DHP (QCHP) nursing qualifying exam, each with the answer and a rationale.
What this topic covers
- Adult, child and infant CPR (AHA guidelines)
- Shockable vs non-shockable rhythms
- Anaphylaxis and IM adrenaline
- Types of shock
- Sepsis and early warning signs
- Heat stroke vs heat exhaustion
The full bank has 100 emergency & critical care questions, part of 1,500 questions across 16 nursing topics.
Free Qatar DHP emergency & critical care questions
1. Before a radial arterial line is inserted, which assessment does the nurse perform?
- A. Romberg test
- B. Homans' sign
- C. Modified Allen test to assess ulnar collateral circulation
- D. Brudzinski's sign
Show answer and rationale
The modified Allen test checks that the ulnar artery can supply the hand if the radial artery becomes occluded by the catheter.
Reference: Critical care nursing – arterial lines
2. During the primary survey of an unconscious patient, the nurse hears gurgling sounds with each breath. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
- A. Apply a non-rebreather mask at 15 L/min
- B. Record a full set of vital signs
- C. Insert a urinary catheter to monitor output
- D. Suction the oropharynx
Show answer and rationale
Gurgling indicates fluid such as secretions, blood or vomit in the upper airway, which must be cleared by suction to maintain a patent airway. Oxygen is ineffective if the airway is obstructed.
Reference: Resuscitation Council ABCDE approach
3. Which finding best distinguishes heat stroke from heat exhaustion?
- A. Heavy sweating
- B. Thirst and fatigue
- C. Altered mental status such as confusion or seizures
- D. Nausea and headache
Show answer and rationale
Central nervous system dysfunction is the hallmark of heat stroke. Heat exhaustion can cause sweating, headache, nausea and fatigue, but mental status remains normal.
Reference: Emergency nursing – heat-related illness
4. In adult cardiac arrest with asystole, when should the first dose of adrenaline (epinephrine) be given?
- A. Only after three shocks have been delivered
- B. After 10 minutes of CPR
- C. Only if an advanced airway is in place
- D. As soon as feasible
Show answer and rationale
For non-shockable rhythms, adrenaline 1 mg IV/IO should be given as soon as feasible because earlier administration is associated with better outcomes. Asystole is not shocked.
Reference: AHA ACLS 2020
5. After return of spontaneous circulation, which oxygen saturation range should the nurse target for an adult patient?
- A. 92–98%
- B. 80–85%
- C. 86–88%
- D. 100% at all times
Show answer and rationale
After ROSC, oxygen is titrated to an SpO2 of 92–98% to avoid both hypoxaemia and hyperoxaemia, which may worsen reperfusion injury.
Reference: AHA ACLS 2020 – post-cardiac arrest care
Study tip
Know the CPR numbers exactly: rate 100–120 per minute, depth 5–6 cm in adults, and 30:2 without an advanced airway.
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