Maintaining the chain of evidence at the scene of a crime should include:

not cutting through holes in clothing that were caused by weapons

As u r wheeling your patient thru the ED. doors, u receive another call for a major motor vehicle crash. U should:

respond only after giving a verbal patient to a nurse of physician

What should an EMT do to limit errors in the field?

Follow the agency's written protocols

National guidelines for EMS care are intended to ________.

provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States?

Ethnocentrism is defined as:

consider ur own cult.values 2be more import. interacting w/ppl of diff.cult

Which of the following statements regarding patient weight distribution is correct?

the majority of a horizontal patient's weight is in the torso

Which of the following will help improve radio communication?

wait 1 second after pressing the transmit button before speaking

Which of the following statements regarding HIV is correct?

d) There is no vaccine against HIV infection

What happens when blood volume is lost from the body?

the arteries contract to increase the blood pressure

EMTs should have a strong working knowledge of medical terminology in order to:

communicate effectively with other members of the health care team

The simplest, yet most effective method of preventing the spread of an infectious disease is to:

c) wash your hands in between patient contacts

Which of the following interventions is used by all levels of EMS providers?

Automated external defibrillators

4yrboy appar.seizure.Is consc.calm&on moms lap.Father sat nearby.Mom begins crying uncontrollably,and coZ boy to cry.U:

ask father to hold child so you can assess while ur partner calms mom

Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct?

an emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment

To minimize the risk of injuring yourself when lifting or moving a patient, you should:

keep the weight as close to your body as possible

Which of the following statements is NOT appropriate to document in the narrative section.

"General impression revealed that the patient was intoxicated"

The term "pericardiocentesis" means:

the removal of fluid from around the heartd

Which of the following general statements regarding consent is correct?

a patient can consent to transport but can legally refuse to be treated

Ur transporting a 66y/o patient w/ hx of heart prob.The pt chart indicates hepatomegaly. The root term indicates that:

the problem is with the patient's liver

As u&ur partner r carrying a stable pt down stairs in a stair chair,u feel a sudden,sharp pain in ur lower back.Ushould:

stop the move and request additional lifting assistance

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1
The meaning "around" can have which of the following prefixes?
"sub-" and "infra-"
"peri-" and "circum-"
"infra-" and "peri-"
"epi-" and "sub-"
2
Maintaining the chain of evidence at the scene of a crime should include:
quickly moving any weapons out of the patient's sight
not cutting through holes in clothing that were caused by weapons
placing the patient in a private area until the police arrive
making brief notes at the scene and then completing them later
3
"Gastro" in the word "gastroenteritis" means:
intestine
stomach
bowel
tongue
4
As u r wheeling your patient thru the ED. doors, u receive another call for a major motor vehicle crash. U should:
inform the admissions clerk of the situation and then respond at once
respond only after giving a verbal patient to a nurse of physician
leave a copy of the run form with a nurse and then respond to the call
place the patient in a high visibility area and then respond to the call
5
What should an EMT do to limit errors in the field?
Carry an EMT text for reference at all times.
Contact medical direction before initiating any treatments.
Deviate from established standards when necessary
Follow the agency's written protocols
6
Common factors that influence how a pt reacts to the stress of an illness or injury include all the following, EXCEPT:
c) history of chronic disease
d) fear of medical personnel
b) mental disorders
a) assessment by the EMT
7
The topographic term used to describe the location of body parts that are closer toward the midline of the body is:
midclavicular
midaxillary
medial
lateral
8
National guidelines for EMS care are intended to ________.
provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States?
facilitate a national EMS labor group
unify EMS providers under a single medical director
reduce expenses at the local and state levels
9
Ethnocentrism is defined as:
subcon. forcing cultural values on pt b/c you feel ur values r more accept
suspecting someone has ulterior motive based on toneofvoice when answering
consider ur own cult.values 2be more import. interacting w/ppl of diff.cult
understanding ppl frm diff.cultural bkgrnd respond 2pain&stress differently
10
Which of the following statements regarding patient weight distribution is correct?
The EMT at the patient's head will bear the least amount of the weight
a semi-sitting patient's weight is equally distributed on both ends
most of the patient's weight rests on the foot end of the stretcher
the majority of a horizontal patient's weight is in the torso
11
In relation to the chest, the back is:
anterior
inferior
ventral
posteror
12
To protect a restrained patient and prevent him from using leverage to break free, the EMT should secure _____.
one arm above the head
both arms above the head
only the patient's torso
both arms at the patient's sides
13
The EMT's first priority is______.
c) treatment and transport
a) personal safety
b) rapid response
d) empathy for all patients.
14
When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than _____ in front of your torso.
5 to 10 inches
10 to 15 inches
20 to 30 inches
15 to 20 inches
15
An intoxicated 40-year-old male is found lying face down. How would you document his body's position?
prone
supine
recumbent
dorsal
16
Which of the following will help improve radio communication?
wait 1 second after pressing the transmit button before speaking
hold the radio at least 6 inches from your mouth
answer questions with yes or no
use codes to speed communication
17
The ability to take appropriate action with little direction is known as________.
b) self-confidence
c) time management
d) self-motivation
a) diplomacy
18
Which organ lies in the lateral and posterior portion of the left upper quadrant of the abdomen?
stomach
spleen
liver
cecum
19
American Heart Association protocols are based on________.
opinions from a core group of cardiologists
trends in the EMS community
theories ready for field trial
evidence-based research
20
Which of the following statements regarding HIV is correct?
d) There is no vaccine against HIV infection
b) HIV is easily transmittable in the EMS field
c) HIV is transmitted exclusively via blood
a) HIV is far more contagious than hepatitis B
21
The EMT's scope of practice within his or her local response area is defined by the:
local health district
EMS supervisor
state EMS office
medical director
22
The ______ of the heart is the inferior portion of the ventricles.
apex
dorsum
base
septum
23
What happens when blood volume is lost from the body?
arterial blood is diverted to the skin and muscles
the veins dilate to increase systemic perfusion
the arteries contract to increase the blood pressure
widespread vasodilation causes blood pressure to decrease
24
transporting a 67y/ofemale to hospital to invest.ABD pain.PCR indicates a hx of AAA.Based on info,PCR includes abb.for
acute abdominal assessment
abdominal aortic aneurysm
against ambulance advice
acute abdominal aneurysm
25
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate device to use when immobilizing a pt w/ a suspected spinal injury?
scoop stretcher
portable stretcher
wheeled stretcher
long backboard
26
If a pt's chest barely moves during inhalation,even if the patient's respiratory rate is normal,u should suspect that:
inspiratory reserve is increased
minute volume is decreased
expiratory reserve volume is decreased
overall tidal volume is increased
27
EMTs should have a strong working knowledge of medical terminology in order to:
To write more effective PCR
communicate effectively with other members of the health care team
perform and document more accurate patient assessments
more clearly explain to patients the nature of their condition
28
"Chondro" in the word chondritis means:
rib
joint
tendon
cartilage
29
The _____ is made up of the maxilla and zygoma, as well as the frontal bone of the cranium.
mastoid
orbit
occiput
sphenoid
30
Which of the following is not a function of the skin?
sensory reception
temperature regulation
metabolic coordination
pressure and pain perception
31
The simplest, yet most effective method of preventing the spread of an infectious disease is to:
b) ensure that your immunizations are up-to-date.
c) wash your hands in between patient contacts
d) undergo annual testing for tuberculosis and hepatitis.
a) undergo an annual physical examination
32
Which of the following interventions is used by all levels of EMS providers?
Multilumen airways
Automated external defibrillators
Needle decompression
Automatic transport ventilators
33
Which of the following types of questions allow for the most detailed response?
yes or no questions
multiple questions asked at once
open ended questions
close ended questions
34
5yr boy has fallen&has a severe deformity of the forearm near wrist.He has possibly sust. a fracture of the __ forearm.
distal
dorsal
proximal
superior
35
Which of the following structures does NOT contain smooth muscle?
blood vessels
skeletal system
urinary system
GI tract
36
4yrboy appar.seizure.Is consc.calm&on moms lap.Father sat nearby.Mom begins crying uncontrollably,and coZ boy to cry.U:
ask father to hold child so you can assess while ur partner calms mom
Att.to calm mom,but avoid separating her&PT b/cuz this increases anxiety
give the child a favorite toy&perform assessment the best of your ability
reassure the mom, seizures in kids r very common & that there r no worries
37
Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct?
the spine must be fully immobilized prior to performing an emergency move
the pt is dragged against the body's long axis during an emergency move
it is not possible to perform an emergency move without injuring the pt
an emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment
38
Which type of consent is involved when a 39y/o mentally competent w/ a severe HA asks you to take her to the hospital?
Formal
Informed
Expressed
Implied
39
The central nervous system is composed of the:
spinal cord and sensory nerves
motor and sensory nerves
brain and sensory nerves
brain and spinal cord
40
An EMT may injure his back, even if it is straight, if the:
back is bent at the hips
shoulder is aligned over the pelvis
hands are held close to the legs
force is exerted straight down the spine
41
To minimize the risk of injuring yourself when lifting or moving a patient, you should:
keep the weight as close to your body as possible
flex at the waist instead of the hips
use a direct carry whenever possible
avoid the use of log rolls or body drags
42
Which of the following statements is NOT appropriate to document in the narrative section.
"The patient admits to smoking marijuana earlier in the day"
"Significant damage was noted to the front end of the vehicle"c
"After oxygen was administered, the patient's breathing improved"
"General impression revealed that the patient was intoxicated"
43
The term "pericardiocentesis" means:
narrowing of the arteries supplying the heart
surgical repair of the sac around the heart
the removal of fluid from around the heartd
a surgical opening made in the heart
44
Where would you MOST likely find information regarding a patient's wishes to be an organ donor?
driver's license
social security card
insurance card
voter registration card
45
Which of the following general statements regarding consent is correct?
expressed consent is valid only if given writing by a family member
patients who are intoxicated are generally allowed to refuse treatment
all patients older than 18 years can legally refuse treatment or transport
a patient can consent to transport but can legally refuse to be treated
46
Bile is produced by the liver and concentrated and stored in the:
gallbladder
pancreas
stomach
kidneys
47
As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with the chest pain based on:
d) the transport time to the hospital
a) the patient's condition
c) an order from the paramedic
b) medical director approval
48
Ur transporting a 66y/o patient w/ hx of heart prob.The pt chart indicates hepatomegaly. The root term indicates that:
the problem is with the patient's liver
the organ involved is enlarged
the problem is unrelated to the patient's heart condition
the problem is a direct consequence of the patient's heart diseased
49
A diabetic patient has polydipsia. This means that she:
is excessively thirsty
urinates frequently
has low blood sugar
is unable to swallow
50
The proper technique for using the power grip is to:
hold the handle with your fingers
lift with palms up
rotate palms down
position hands about 6 inches apart
51
As u&ur partner r carrying a stable pt down stairs in a stair chair,u feel a sudden,sharp pain in ur lower back.Ushould:
stop the move and request additional lifting assistance
guide your partner while moving the chair backwards
reposition your hand and continue to move the patient
stop the move and have the patient walk down the stairs
52
59yr UNC;slow,shallow breaths&weak pulse.Pt has terminal braincancer&wishes noresuscitate.Fam is unable to locateDNR.U:
decide on further action once the DNR order is produced
transport the patient without providing any treatment
honor the patient's wishes and withhold all treatment
begin treatment and contact medical control as needed
53
As an EMT, the standards of emergency care are often partially based on:
Incomplete reports are common and accepted in EMS
EMTs are not liable for any actions that are accurately documented
It's difficult to prove actions performed when not included in the report
Patient care cannot be discredited based on poor documentation
54
After applying a tourniquet, the injury from a patient's leg stops bleeding. This is called:
hemostasis
hemiplegia
hemolysis
hematemesis
55
Communicating with patients who are deaf or hard of hearing can be facilitated by doing all the following, EXCEPT:
placing yourself in a position to ensure that the patient can see your lips
elevating the tone of your voice and exaggerating word pronunciationc
providing pen and paper if the patient prefers to write his or her response
shining a light on your face when you are in a darkened environment
56
A patient has a blood pressure of 130/70 mm Hg. The 130 in their measurement represents:
ventricular filling
ventricular contraction
atrial contraction
ventricular relaxation
57
Which aspect of the HIPAA MOST affects EMS personnel?
protecting patient privacy
ensuring access to insurance
preventing insurance fraud
controlling insurance costs
58
Effective therapeutic communication skills require______.
correct use of complex medical terminology
supervision by advanced life support personnel
english-speaking patients or family members
verbal and nonverbal communication techniques
59
"Myo" in the word myocarditis means:
bone
vein
muscle
cartilage
60
Which of the following would provide the EMT with the BEST cover in a situation involving active gunfire?
c) a large cluster of shrubs
a) behind a car door
b) a concrete barricade
d) stacked empty barrels
61
Which of the following suffixes mean "two"?
"primi-" and "bi-"
"bi-" and "null-"
"primi-" and "dipl-"
"dipl-" and "bi-"
62
Which of the family suffixes mean "pertaining to"?
"-al" and "-ology"
"-ic" and "-ology"
"-al" and "-ic"
"-ology" and "-oma"
63
A patient has fractured both femurs. Anatomically, these injuries would be described as being:
bilateral
medial
proximal
unilateral
64
When is forcible restraint permitted?
Only if consent to restrain is given by a family member
Anytime the EMT feels threatened
Only if law enforcement personnel have witnessed threatening behavior
When the patient poses a significant threat to self and others
65
During assessment of 20 y/o man w/ severe h/a & nausea, u ask when his h/a began,but he doesnt answer immed. U should
repeat your question because he probably did not hear you
tell him that you cannot help him unless he answers your questions
ask him if he frequently experiences severe headaches and nausea
allow him more time to think about the question and respond to it
66
Putrefaction is defined as:
profound cyanosis to the trunk and face
separation of the torso from the rest of the body
decomposition of the body's tissues
blood settling to the lowest part of the body
67
The EMT is legally obligated to protect a patient's privacy according to:
HIPAA
CQI
APGAR
DCAP
68
After assessing the pt's blood glucose level, you accidentally stick yourself with the contaminated lancet. U should:
a) immerse your wound in an alcohol-based solution
d) discontinue patient care and seek medical attention
b) report the incident to your supervisor after the call
c) get immunized against hepatitis as soon as possible
69
When you are communicating with an older patient, it is important to remember that:
your questions should focus exclusively on the patient's obvious problemb
hostility and confusion should be presumed to be due to the patient's aged
speaking loudly and distinctly will ensure that the patient can hear you
most older people think clearly and are capable of answering questionsc
70
Which of the following incidents does NOT require a report to be filed with local authorities?
spousal abuse
animal bites
gunshot wounds
cardiac arrest
71
Quid pro quo, a type of sexual harassment, occurs when the harasser:
b) touches another person without consent
d) makes rude remarks about a person's body parts
c) stares at certain part's of another person's body
a) requests sexual favors in exchange for something else
72
The _ is both mechanical weight-bearing base of the spinal column and fused central posterior sect of the pelvic girdle
coccyx
ischium
thorax
sacrum
73
The root "melan/o" means:
white
red
gray
black
74
Vector-borne transmission of an infectious organism occurs via:
a) animals or insects
d) inanimate objects
c) direct contact
b) smoke or dust
75
The suffix "-pathy" means:
enlargement
study of
specialist
disease
76
A by-product of the involuntary muscle contraction and relaxation is:
nitrogen
oxygen
heatb
lactic acid
77
Which of the following statements regarding a patient refusal is correct?
a pt who consumed a few beers will likely be able to refuse EMS treatment
Documentation of proposed care is unnecessary if the pt refuses treatment
Advice given to a pt who refuses EMS treatment should not be documented
A mentally competent adult has the legal right to EMS care and transport
78
Which of the following statements regarding the different stages of the grieving process is correct?
b) It is rare people will jump back and forth between stages
d) Bargaining is the most unpleasant stage of the grieving process.
c) The stages of the grieving process may occur simultaneously
a) The grieving process typically begins with severe depression
79
To facilitate a safe and coordinated move, the team leader should:
never become involved in the move, only the direct move
be positioned at the feet so the team can hear
use preparatory commands to initiate any moves
speak softly but clearly to avoid startling the patient
80
In which of the following situations does a legal duty to act clearly exist?
The EMT hears of a cardiac arrest after his or her shift ends
A bystander encounters a victim who is not breathing
The EMT witnesses a vehicle crash while off duty
a call is received 15 minutes prior to shift change
81
The brain connects to the spinal cord through a large opening at the base of the skull called the:
vertebral foramen
spinous foramen
foramen magnum
foramen ovule

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