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NREMT EMS OPERATIONS questions with correctanswers
You are arriving on the scene of a car crash in the left lane of a three-
lane limited access highway. A fire engine is parked diagonally across
the middle and left lane 50 feet before the crash. Where should you park
your ambulance? Correct Answer-after the crash in the left lane
When approaching a helicopter with its main rotor turning, you should:
Correct Answer-follow the instruction of the crew
Which of the following techniques should be attempted first to access an
unresponsive patient involved in a car crash? Correct Answer-try to
open the drivers door
Which of the following actions can significantly reduce the risk of cross-
contamination from a patient exposed to toxic gas? Correct Answer-have
the patient remove their clothing
You responded to an explosion at an outside concert venue and were
assigned to triage. While triaging patients, you should: Correct Answer-
look for secondary devices
Which of the following is a positive method to deal with the stress
associated with working in EMS? Correct Answer-increased exercise
, Which of the following is a function of a prehospital care report?
Correct Answer-collect data for quality improvement
You have transported a 29-year-old male who complained of difficulty
breathing to the hospital. Prior to leaving the hospital, at the very least,
you should: Correct Answer-transfer care to staff with an equal or higher
level of training
Which of the following is the most reliable type of evidence-based
medical research? Correct Answer-randomized controlled trials
A 25-year-old male who was involved in a car crash has a laceration on
his forearm. His skin is warm, dry, and pink. He has a two-inch partial
thickness laceration to his left forearm. His movement, sensation, and
circulation are intact distal to the injury. You have stopped the bleeding
and bandaged the wound. He tells you that the wound is minor, and he
does not want to go to the hospital with you. Which of the following
must happen before you can allow him to refuse further care or
transport? Correct Answer-he must understand the potential
consequences
At the beginning of your shift, you should first ensure that: Correct
Answer-all critical supplies are present on the ambulance
Which type of radiation requires the least amount of shielding to protect
responders? Correct Answer-alpha
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