Chapter 3 Post Test (EMS 105)

Which of the following techniques will NOT contribute to the safe and efficient movement of a patient from an upstairs bedroom to the​ ambulance? A. Being aware of the physical abilities and limitations of each team member B. Calling for assistance only if you find that you and your partner cannot lift the patient C. Using the most appropriate equipment for the job D. Sizing up the scene accurately

B. Calling for assistance only if you find that you and your partner cannot lift the patient. (Before lifting the​ patient, the EMTs on scene should take a moment to accurately appraise the​ patient's weight and the capabilities of the first crew on scene. Call for help​ early, not after you learn that you cannot move the​ patient, because then you are placing the patient and yourself at greater risk of injury.)

Which is useful for narrow hallways but is not used for immobilization of a​ patient? A. Long spine board B. Flexible stretcher C. Short spine board D. Rigid cervical collar

B. Flexible stretcher

The term that has to do with patients who are significantly overweight or obese​ is: A. pediatric. B. bariatric. C. geriatric. D. calorimetric.

B. bariatric.

You want to navigate a responsive patient down several​ narrow, curving stairways. You want to transport the patient in a sitting​ position, which means you use​ a: A. scoop stretcher. B. stair chair. C. long backboard. D. wheeled stretcher.

B. stair chair.

During a cradle​ carry, one arm is across the​ patient's back and the​ other: A. under her ankles. B. hanging free. C. under her knees. D. around her neck.

C. under her knees.

How many rescuers are recommended in moving a patient with a stair​ chair? A. Two B. Five C. One D. Three

D. Three

In a Fowler or​ semi-Fowler position, it is normal and not a cause for concern if the​ patient: A. vomits. B. experiences an occluded airway. C. becomes unresponsive. D. is in a​ semi-sitting position.

A. vomits.

When a stretcher is​ lifted, the number of rescuers lifting from the head and foot of the stretcher should​ be: A. four. B. two. C. three. D. one.

B. two.

Which of the following must be avoided in​ lifting? A. Moving the patient quickly B. Twisting C. Use of the large muscles of your legs D. Use of the arm muscles

B. Twisting

When pushing or​ pulling, you​ should: A. keep the line of pull through the center of your body. B. keep your back in a bent position for flexibility. C. push or pull overhead whenever possible. D. reach and twist at the same time.

A. keep the line of pull through the center of your body.

When lifting a stretcher or​ backboard, which of the following is the best number of people to​ use? A. 3 B. 4 C. 7 D. 5

B. 4

Your patient is a​ 22-year-old female who was involved in a​ low-speed car crash. Her only complaint is some tenderness in her neck. What is the MOST appropriate way to care for​ her? A. Use a long backboard to remove her from the vehicle B. Apply a short backboard while she is seated in the car C. Ask her to sit on the long backboard on your​ stretcher, and strap her in D. Use the rapid extrication technique

B. Apply a short backboard while she is seated in the car

Which of the choices is a CORRECT statement when transferring a patient from his or her bed to the stair​ chair? A. Do not use the track to control the rate of descent. B. Do not use the device for unresponsive patients. C. Do not use the device for noncritical patients. D. Do not use the straps that restrain the legs while carrying the patient.

B. Do not use the device for unresponsive patients.

Which of the following is an advantage of a vacuum​ mattress? A. The device is nonconforming. B. It naturally pads voids for greater comfort. C. It does not require a pump. D. The cervical collar can be removed.

B. It naturally pads voids for greater comfort.

What are body​ mechanics? A. The process by which you package the patient and carry him or her to the ambulance B. The proper use of your body to prevent injury and facilitate lifting and moving C. The ability to use mechanical lift devices to help you carry heavier loads D. Research into how to minimize back pain while maximizing the weight that you can lift and carry in an emergency

B. The proper use of your body to prevent injury and facilitate lifting and moving

During which type of drag should you take care not to bump the​ patient's head? A. Shoulder B. Incline C. Foot D. Clothes

C. Foot

If the weight is below your waist​ level, what is the proper position for pushing or​ pulling? A. From a squatting position. B. From a​ bent-over position. C. From a kneeling position. D. From a standing position.

C. From a kneeling position.

Which of the following is an indication for an emergency​ move? A. The patient is yelling for you to​ "hurry up." B. You need to practice your lifting technique. C. You are unable to gain access to other patients who need lifesaving care. D. Dispatch needs you to clear​ rapidly, as EMS calls are backing up.

C. You are unable to gain access to other patients who need lifesaving care.

When​ lifting, keep the​ weight: A. away from your body. B. higher than your shoulders. C. lower than your knees. D. close to your body.

D. close to your body.

Forming a plan for lifting and carrying a patient should​ be: A. unnecessary in cases when extra help is available. B. done before assessing the weight of the patient. C. done before assessing your own physical limitations. D. communicated to your partner before putting the plan into action.

D. communicated to your partner before putting the plan into action.

When executing a power​ lift, to keep the weight as close to your body as​ possible: A. lift from in front. B. lift from the back. C. bend forward over the weight. D. straddle it if possible.

D. straddle it if possible

Emergency moves may be necessary​ if: A. additional calls are holding. B. There is a meeting later in the afternoon that you do not want to miss. C. the patient is really screaming. D. there is a threat of fire or possible explosion.

D. there is a threat of fire or possible explosion.