1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following conditions would be considered a medical emergency in a patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)? a) Hypertension b) Diarrhea c) Acute exacerbation of COPD d) Urinary tract infection Correct Answer: c) Acute exacerbation of COPD Rationale: Acute exacerbations of COPD are considered medical emergencies as they can rapidly progress and lead to respiratory failure. 2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The primary treatment for a patient with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is __________ ______________. Correct Answer: mechanical ventilation Rationale: Mechanical ventilation is the primary treatment for ARDS to support breathing and oxygenation. 3. True/False: Patients with atrial fibrillation are at an increased risk for developing blood clots and subsequent strokes. Correct Answer: True Rationale: Atrial fibrillation can cause blood to pool in the heart, increasing the risk for clot formation and potentially leading to strokes.