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What are the four levels of EMS? EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic How many bones make up the face? 14 What is the only movable facial bone? Mandible Where is the radial pulse found? Wrist Who can use an AED? Anyone, but if a medical provider need to be certified in CPR/AED What is the scope ...

Pons Correct Answer - The part of the brainstem that links the medulla oblongata and the thalamus Medulla Oblongata Correct Answer - The continuation of the spinal cord within the skull forming the lowest part of the brainstem and controlling the heart and lungs Agonal Respirations Correct Ans...

the ________________ completes an extensive course of training, from 1,000 to more than 1,300 hours, that significantly increases knowledge and mastery of basic skills and covers a wide range of ALS skills. Correct Answer - paramedic the ___________________ course requires approximately 150 hours...

The nose, chin, umbilicus (navel), and spine are examples of __________ anatomic structures: A.) Midline. B.) Proximal. C.) Superior. D.) Mid-Axillary. Correct Answer - A.) Midline. When moving a conscious, weak patient down a flight of stairs, you should: A.) Secure the patient to a...

The nose, chin, umbilicus (navel), and spine are examples of __________ anatomic structures: A.) Midline. B.) Proximal. C.) Superior. D.) Mid-Axillary. Correct Answer - A.) Midline. When moving a conscious, weak patient down a flight of stairs, you should: A.) Secure the patient to a...

advanced EMT (AEMT) Correct Answer - An individual who has training in specific aspects of advanced life support, such as intravenous therapy, and the administration of certain emergency medications. advanced life support (ALS) Correct Answer - Advanced lifesaving procedures. American with Dis...

How did EMS begin? Correct Answer - in 1970's with Napoleoinic wars. Civil wars, Clara Barton created american red cross WW1 Korean/Vietnam wars lead to trauma centers 1966 EMS standards created by National Highway safety act and US department of transportation 1970 NREMT (National registry o...

An EMS Provider responds to a call and finds an 8- yr old female with no pulse or respirations. The patient has a history of terminal brain cancer. The family states the last time she as seen alive was 5 mins prior to EMS being called. They also state patient has a DNR oder. In NYS, EMS personnel ma...

Which of the following organs can tolerate inadequate perfusion for 2 to 3 hours? A. Skeletal Muscle B. Brain C. Kidneys D. Heart Correct Answer - A. Skeletal muscle (Chapter 25, page 882) The areas of the infant's skull that have not yet fused together are called: A. Sutures B. Cran...

definitive care Correct Answer - what the patient needs Defibrillation Correct Answer - The administration of an electric shock to the heart of a patient who is experiencing a high regular heartbeat, known as ventricular fibrillation where should a patient be transported? Correct Answer - to t...

1. To minimize the risk of litigation, the EMT should always: A. transport patients to the hospital of their choice. B. provide competent care that meets current standards. C. use universal precautions with every patient encounter. D. utilize at least four personnel when moving a patient. Corre...

American Heart Association protocols are based on __________. Select one: A. theories ready for field trial B. trends in the EMS community C. opinions from a core group of cardiologists D. evidence-based research Correct Answer - D. evidence-based research As an EMT, you may be authorized to...

A 21-year-old male was bitten on the left forearm by a dog. He is conscious and alert and denies any other injuries. An animal control officer is at the scene and has contained the dog. Your assessment of the patient's arm reveals a large avulsion with a peeled back flap of skin. Distal circulation...

What are the four levels of EMS training? Correct Answer - 1) Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) 2) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 3) Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) 4) Paramedic What does the EMR do? (3, a-d) Correct Answer - 1) First one at the scene. 2) Police officers, fi...

Supine Correct Answer - Prone Correct Answer - Fowler Correct Answer - Levels of EMS Training Correct Answer - 1. Emergency Medical Responder 2. Emeregency Medical Technician 3. Advanced Emergency Medical Tech. Quality Improvement Correct Answer - A process of continuous self-review...

Asthma Correct Answer - Wheezing on inspiration/expiration Bronchospasm Anaphylaxis Correct Answer - Flushed skin or hives Generalized edema Decreased blood pressure Laryngeal edema with dyspnea Bronchitis Correct Answer - Chronic cough Wheezing Cyanosis Productive cough CHF (congest...

Mild shock Correct Answer - rapid thread pulse, rapid shallow breathing, pale skin, cool clammy, sweaty skin, weakness, dizziness, confusion, decrease in mental status Moderate shock Correct Answer - Anxiety, agitation, Nausea, Thirst Late shock Correct Answer - Vomiting, glassy eyes, decrease...

Scope of practice Correct Answer - Outlines the care you are legally able to provide for the patient Medical Director Correct Answer - Develops protocols and standing orders Online Correct Answer - Telephone/ radio communication Offline Correct Answer - Standing orders/ protocols YOU. Ma...

Who develops EMS Standards? Correct Answer - In 1966, the National Highway Safety Act charged the US Department of Transportation (DOT) in developing EMS stardards Enhanced 911 (E-911) Correct Answer - a system that has the capability to automatically identify a caller's phone # and location, so...

Your primary responsibility in an emergency is to ______ Correct Answer - Protect Yourself Hot Zone Correct Answer - An area containing hazardous materials; EMTs should never enter a hot zone until decontaminated BSI stands for? Correct Answer - Body Substances Isolation BSI Precautions Cor...

Who sets the curriculum for all EMS courses? Correct Answer - DOT Provides national standards for EMT testing and certification. Correct Answer - National Registery Physician who authorizes/delegates authority to provide medical care in the field. Correct Answer - Medical Control Recognitio...

What level of emergency medical training provides the most advanced pre-hospital care? A. Emergency Medical Responder B. Emergency Medical Technician C. Advanced EMT D. Paramedic Correct Answer - D. Paramedic Quality improvement programs are a part of which NHTSA Technical Assistance Pro...

ENAMES Correct Answer - Environment Number of patients Additional Resources Needed Mechanism of Injury or (Nature of illness) Evacuation/Extrication Spinal Precautions Needed? A&O-Level of Consciousness Correct Answer - Person Place Time Event Primary Assessment Correct Answer - A...

American Heart Association protocols are based on __________. Select one: A. theories ready for field trial B. trends in the EMS community C. evidence-based research D. opinions from a core group of cardiologists Correct Answer - C As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to ...

C. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). Correct Answer - Most EMT training programs are based on standards developed by the: A. American Red Cross (ARC). B. American Heart Association (AHA). C. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). D. National I...

C. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). Correct Answer - Most EMT training programs are based on standards developed by the: A. American Red Cross (ARC). B. American Heart Association (AHA). C. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). D. National I...

Asthma Correct Answer - small airways constrict, wheezing on inspiration and expiration Treatment: Albuterol by small-volume nebulizer or inhaler, give oxygen anaphylaxis Correct Answer - allergic reaction where blood vessels dilate (drop in BP & tissues in respiratory system swell): moderate to...

You are caring for an apneic patient with a suspected overdose. You have loaded the patient into the ambulance and entered the patient compartment. You should first: A. put on your seat belt. B. reassess vital signs. C. assess the patient's SaO2. D. contact medical direction. Correct An...

Contamination Correct Answer - The introduction of dangerous chemicals, disease, or infectious materials. Critical incident stress management (CISM) Correct Answer - A comprehensive system that includes education and resources to both prevent stress and to deal with stress appropriately when it o...

Snoring respirations are most rapidly managed by A. suctioning the oropharynx B. initiating assisted ventilations C. correctly positioning the head D. inserting an oropharnygeal airway Correct Answer - correctly positioning the head Which of the following patients would be most in need of a...

Glucose: Indication Correct Answer - Change of mental status and a history of diabetes Glucose: Contra-indication Correct Answer - Unconscious, unable to swallow; suspected stroke Glucose: Medical Control Type Correct Answer - Standing order; obtain blood glucose level and on-line medical cont...

CPR Correct Answer - A lifesaving procedure that is performed when someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped When there are multiple people injured on an accident scene, the EMTs... Correct Answer - Split up in order to assess the injured people as quickly as possible Occurs when hot metal...

Epinephrine- generic name Correct Answer - Epipen Epinephrine- indications Correct Answer - sever allergic reactions Epinephrine- contraindications Correct Answer - MI, hypothermia, hypertension Epinephrine- side effects Correct Answer - hypertension, tachycardia, anxiety, restlessness E...

Adult respiratory rate Correct Answer - 12 - 20 bpm (Above 24 serious and below 10 serious) Detailed physical exam Correct Answer - Identify and manage all nonlife-threatening injuries. Initial assessment Correct Answer - -General Impression -Assess Mental Status -Assess Airway -Assess B...

Which of the following statements about being an EMT is true? A EMT programs include classroom training and field experience. B All fire fighters are also EMT-Paramedics. C Completion of EMT-Paramedic is a requirement for starting EMT-Intermediate. D EMT training is only available through th...

After assessing a patient's blood glucose level, you accidentally stick yourself with the contaminated lancet. You should: A. Report the incident to your supervisor after the call B. Discontinue patient care and seek medical attention C. Get immunized against hepatitis as soon as possible D. Im...

What do patients most remember about their medical emergency? Correct Answer - your Attitude, Behavior, Communication, and how much you care What is online medical direction? Correct Answer - direct orders from physician given by radio or phone What is offline medical direction? Correct Answer...

You have been under a lot of family stress lately, and you have not been sleeping well. When you got to work this morning, you realized that you had forgotten to place your badge on your uniform shirt. You tell your partner that you cannot seem to think clearly. Your partner tells you that he is con...

you are encouraging a patient to go to the hospital by ambulance. you know transport will keep you on duty several hours after your regular quitting time, this is an example of Correct Answer - patient advocacy what is an EMT's primary service area? Correct Answer - The main area in which the EM...

Name the 4 levels of EMT Correct Answer - 1. EMR (Emergency Medical Responder) 2. EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) 3. AEMT (Advanced Emergency Medical Technician) 4. PARAMEDIC To become an EMT, what is the first thing you need to do? Correct Answer - Take the class What is the greatest r...

croup Correct Answer - infection of the upper airway common between 6 months and 4 years causes swelling beneath the glottis, presents with a seal bark cough epiglottitis Correct Answer - bacterial infection that causes swelling of the epiglottis, drooling, mouth breathing, inspiratory stridor ...

Scene Safety Correct Answer - The first priority of an Emergency Medical Responder should be: A.) A mask B.) Eye Protection C.) Gloves D.) All of the above Correct Answer - The personal protective equipment for the EMR should include: Be honest and realistic Correct Answer - As an EMR, when...

EMR Correct Answer - Emergency Medical Responder, the basic form of EMS, they can only perform the bare minimum EMT Correct Answer - Emergency Medical Technician, Allowed to administer basic EMS and a few medications types of medication a EMT can administer Correct Answer - Oxygen, Oral glucos...

An EMS provider who has extensive training in various aspects of advanced life support (ALS) is called: A. paramedic. B. advanced EMT (AEMT). C. EMT. D. EMR. Correct Answer - A. If a defibrillator manufacturer claims that its device terminates ventricular fibrillation on the first shock 95% o...

What are the 4 national levels of EMT Provider? Correct Answer - Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Advanced EMT (AEMT) Paramedic Who is responsible for the care delivered in the EMS system? Correct Answer - The Department of Transportation DCAP-BTLS Correc...

Emergency moves vs Urgent moves vs Non-urgent moves Correct Answer - Emergency moves: used when scene is dangerous (armpit-forearm drag, shirt drag, blanket drug) Urgent moves: used when patient has possible life-threatening injuries or illness & rapid extrication (motor vehicle accidents) Non-urg...

Stroke is a common cause of brain disorder that is ______ ? Correct Answer - Potentially treatable Petit mal seizure typically occurs in children ___ to ___ y/o Correct Answer - 4-12 years old In some situations the postical state may be characterized by? Correct Answer - Hemapharesis or weakn...

Which of the following courses requires about 150 hours of training? Correct Answer - EMT What should an EMT do to limit errors in the field? Correct Answer - Follow the agency's written protocols What is an EMT's primary service area? Correct Answer - The area serviced by the EMT's medical...

As the single EMT managing an apneic patient's airway, the preferred initial method of providing ventilations is the: Correct Answer - mouth-to-mask technique with a one-way valve You and your partner are caring for a critically injured patient. Your partner is controlling severe bleeding from t...

The ability to understand others and have them understand you is known as __________. Select one: A. self-confidence B. scene leadership C. communication D. teamwork and diplomacy Correct Answer - C. communication Which of the following courses requires about 150 hours of training? Select o...

Speed of compressions Correct Answer - -100/min Depth of compressions for adults Correct Answer - - 2 in (5 cm) Depth of compressions for children Correct Answer - - approximiatley 2 in (5 cm) Depth of compressions for infants Correct Answer - - approximiiatley 1 1/2 inches (4 cm) -1/3 ...

10-1 Correct Answer - Proceed with Caution 10-2 Correct Answer - Arrived at Scene 10-3 Correct Answer - Respond to WPD HQ 10-4 Correct Answer - Message Acknowledge 10-6 Correct Answer - Call HQ by phone 10-7 Correct Answer - Repeat Last Transmission 10-9 Correct Answer - Unit out o...

Why is it important for EMTs to participate in quality improvement programs? Correct Answer - To identify problems and develop a plan to prevent their recurrence CORRECT. EMS quality improvement programs consist of continuous self-review with the purpose of identifying aspects of the system that req...

Descriptions that MOST accurately portrays emergency medical services: Correct Answer - Healthcare professionals responsible for providing emergency care and transport The standards for Prehospital care and the individuals who provide it are typically regulated by the: Correct Answer - State Offi...

National guidelines for EMS care are intended to __________. -provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States -unify EMS providers under a single medical director -facilitate a national EMS labor group -reduce expenses at the local and state levels Correct Answer - ...

scope of practice: Correct Answer - a set of regulations and ethical considerations that define the scope, or extent and limits, of the EMTs job. How can rules and regulations vary? Correct Answer - the skills and medical interventions the EMT may perform are defined by legislation, which can var...

Which of the following statements regarding the NREMT is correct? Select one: A. The NREMT is a governmental agency that certifies EMTs. B. EMS training standards are regulated by the NREMT. C. The NREMT is the exclusive certifying body for EMTs. D. The NREMT provides a national standard for EM...

advanced life support (ALS) - 1 Correct Answer - Advanced lifesaving procedures, some of which are now being provided by the EMT-B. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) - 1 Correct Answer - Comprehensive legislation that is designed to protect individuals with disabilities against discrimination...

You respond to a nursing home and find a 78-year-old female with confusion and weakness. Staff informs you that she's had an infection and fever for the past few days. Vitals: BP - 92/56, P 144, SpO2 - 92%. What is your leading suspicion for what is causing this patient's hypotension? Correct Answ...

Advanced EMT (AEMT) Correct Answer - An individual who has training specific aspects of advanced life support, such as intravenous therapy, and the administration of certain emergency medications: Advanced Life Support (ALS) Correct Answer - Advanced lifesaving procedures, some of which are now b...

Airway, Breathing, Circulation Correct Answer - ABC Pelvic Socket Correct Answer - ACETBULLUM 120/80 Correct Answer - ADULT NORMAL B/P 12-20 Correct Answer - ADULT NORMAL BREATHS 60 Correct Answer - ADULT NORMAL PULSE Erect, palms forward Correct Answer - ANATOMICAL Upper chambers ...

C Correct Answer - Most EMT training programs are based on standards developed by the: A. American Red Cross (ARC) B. American Heart Association (AHA) C. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) D. National Institutes of Health (NIH) D Correct Answer - An EMT can inspire patient...

EMS System Correct Answer - Permits patient care to begin at the scene of the injury or illness and is part of a continuum of patient care that extends from the time of injury or illness until rehabilitation or discharge Highway Safety Act of 1966 Correct Answer - Required each states to establis...

Emergencies are rarely stressful. Correct Answer - False All seriously ill patients pass through a five-stage grieving process. Correct Answer - False The main purpose of CISD is to affix responsibility for the events that took place during an incident. Correct Answer - False If a CISD is t...

End-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) monitoring is clearly indicated for patients who present with: Correct Answer - respiratory distress A portable oxygen cylinder should have a capacity of a minimum of ______ of oxygen. Correct Answer - 500 L An infant with a total blood volume of 800 mL would s...

Emergency medical services (EMS) as we know it today originated in 1966 with the highway safety act under the department of______? Correct Answer - department of transportation each EMS system has a ______ who authorizes EMTs to provide medical care in the field. Correct Answer - medical director...