EMT STATE EXAM NC STUDY GUIDE.
FIRST STAGE OF LABOR - answerThe first stage occurs from onset of true labor contractions
till dilation and effacement of the uterus.
2nd stage of labor - answerThe hallmark finding in the second stage of labor is the complete
delivery of the baby.
3rd stage of l...
Rule of 9's:Child:BACK - answer✔child's back represents 18% of his body surface area
Rule of 9's:Child: Both Legs (Front & Back) - answer✔the front and back of both legs each
represent 7%
Rule of 9's:Child:Torso (Front & Back) - answer✔child's anterior and posterior torso would
represent 36%
Primary blast stage - answer✔also known as the pressure wave), damages hollow, gas
containing organs of the body such as the lungs, GI system, inner ears, and sinuses.
Secondary blast - answer✔The secondary phase causes cause blunt and penetration injuries
from flying debris.
Tertiary phase of blast - answer✔tertiary phase are injuries sustained from the patient being
thrown back and impacting something (wall, ground, etc.).
A 71-year-old female has fallen and complains of left hip pain. On examination you note her left
foot is rotated laterally. This finding most likely indicates a - answer✔femur fracture
"5 Rights" of medication administration. - answer✔right patient, right medication, right route,
right dose, and right time.
If you are responsible for establishing the landing zone for the helicopter, what is the minimum
size of the LZ you should prepare assuming the rescue efforts are occurring at night? -
answer✔The minimum size of the landing zone at night is 100' by 100'. During daylight, the
minimum LZ zone is 60' by 60'. In either situation the LZ should be square, with a marker
indicating the direction of wind travel
Which one of the following is a sign of Cushing's triad (Cushing's reflex) that occurs with
traumatic brain injury? - answer✔The vital signs are an increased blood pressure, slowing pulse
rate, and irregular respirations (classically seen as Cheyne-Stokes).
Classes of hemorrhage - answer✔A Class III hemorrhage is said to occur when the patient has
lost 30-40% of their circulating blood volume. This is a significant bleed due to the fact that the
body's compensatory mechanisms are maximized, and any additional blood loss will now create
significant disturbances in hemodynamic stability. In Class I and II hemorrhage, blood pressure
remains acceptable, in Class IV hemorrhage the blood pressure drops dangerously low.
Organs in Upper Left Quadrant of Abs - answer✔The stomach and spleen are typically found in
the upper left quadrant.
Bladder location - answer✔The bladder is found on the midline between the lower two
quadrants.
Communication "Reflection" - answer✔Reflection is a technique where you paraphrase the
patient's words to encourage more information and to build trust
Minimum safe residual pressure in oxygen tank is? - answer✔The minimum safe residual
pressure in an oxygen tank is 200 psi.
Nasal cannula oxygen flow rate - answer✔1 to 6L/min
Nasal cannula oxygen concentration - answer✔24% to 44%
GCS Scores Total Ratings: - answer✔13-15: mild dysfunction; 15 is considered a person with no
neurologic disabilities
A oxygen tank which holds 350 liters - answer✔D Cylinder (portable)
D Tank (PSI): - answer✔2000 psi
Severe allergic reaction signs: - answer✔urticaria, bronchosphasm, swelling of lips
Order of assessing a patient after scene size up: - answer✔1. Initial assessment
2. Focused Assessment
3. Complete assessment
4. Ongoing Assessment
Ethics: - answer✔Philosophy of right and wrong, of moral duties,
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