Block 1 EMT Exam

You are triaging four patients who were involved in a head-on motor vehicle crash. Which of the following patients should be assigned the highest (red) triage category? Select one: A. A 50-year-old male with an open head injury and no pulse B. A 49-year-old female with diabetes and difficulty breathing C. A 29-year-old male with bilaterally closed femur deformities D. A 36-year-old female with back pain and numb extremities

B. A 49-year-old female with diabetes and difficulty breathing

Which of the following is probably NOT a multiple-casualty incident? Select one: A. A loss of power to a hospital or nursing home with ventilator-dependent patients B. A motor vehicle crash with two critically injured patients and two ambulances C. An apartment fire with one patient and the possibility of others trapped in the building D. A rollover crash of a school bus with eight children who have injuries of varying severity

B. A motor vehicle crash with two critically injured patients and two ambulances

You have just delivered a major trauma patient to the hospital. Shortly after departing the hospital, dispatch advises you of another call. The back of the ambulance is contaminated with bloody dressings and is in disarray, and you are in need of airway equipment and numerous other supplies. You should: A. have your partner quickly clean the ambulance as you proceed to the call. B. advise the dispatcher that you are out of service and to send another unit. C. proceed to the call, functioning only as an emergency medical responder. D. quickly proceed to the call and clean and restock the ambulance afterwards.

B. advise the dispatcher that you are out of service and to send another unit.

Points of distribution (PODs) are strategically placed facilities where: A. chemical and biologic weapons are stockpiled. B. antidotes, antibiotics, and vaccines are distributed. C. weapons of mass destruction are distributed. D. chemical weapons are manufactured and distributed.

B. antidotes, antibiotics, and vaccines are distributed.

You are attempting to gain access to a patient who was injured when his truck struck another vehicle from behind. The patient is conscious and alert, but is screaming in pain. You try to open the door, but it is locked. You should: A. break the window and unlock the door. B. request the rescue team to extricate him. C. use a pry bar to attempt to open the door. D. ask the patient if he can unlock the door.

B. ask the patient if he can unlock the door

Upon arriving at the scene of a possible hazardous materials (HazMat) incident involving several patients, you should: Select one: A. divert traffic away from the scene. B. carefully assess the situation. C. rope off the entire perimeter. D. retrieve all critical patients.

B. carefully assess the situation.

If a technical rescue team is required at the scene, but is not present when you arrive, you should: A. have fire personnel initiate the rescue process if they are at the scene. B. don personal protective equipment and begin the rescue process. C. remain with your ambulance until the rescue team arrives at the scene. D. check with the incident commander to ensure that the team is en route.

B. check with the incident commander to ensure that the team is en route.

The means by which a terrorist will spread a particular agent is called: A. incubation. B. dissemination. C. weaponization. D. aerosolization

B. dissemination.

The Centennial Park bombing during the 1996 Summer Olympics is an example of: A. state-sponsored terrorism. B. domestic terrorism. C. an ecoterrorist attack. D. apocalyptic violence.

B. domestic terrorism.

To date, the preferred weapons of mass destruction for terrorists have been: A. chemical weapons. B. explosive weapons C. biologic weapons. D. nuclear weapons.

B. explosive weapons

Placards and labels on a storage container are intended to: Select one: A. provide specific information about the chemical being carried. B. give a general idea of the hazard inside that particular container. C. broadly classify chemicals as being explosive or nonexplosive. D. advise responders of the appropriate neutralizing measures.

B. give a general idea of the hazard inside that particular container.

Maintaining a cushion of safety when operating an ambulance means: A. remaining in the far right-hand lane when transporting a critical patient and refraining from passing other motorists on the left side. B. keeping a safe distance between your ambulance and the vehicles in front of you and remaining aware of vehicles potentially hiding in your mirrors' blind spots. C. driving about 2 to 3 seconds behind any vehicles in front of you and exceeding the posted speed limit by no more than 20 to 25 mph. D. driving at the posted speed limit, regardless of the patient's condition, and routinely using your lights and siren when driving on a freeway.

B. keeping a safe distance between your ambulance and the vehicles in front of you and remaining aware of vehicles potentially hiding in your mirrors' blind spots.

As you and your partner report for duty, you check your ambulance and begin talking about the possibility of a terrorist attack. The MOST effective and appropriate way to determine the likelihood of this happening is to: A. ask your immediate supervisor if he or she has been watching the local news. B. know the current threat level issued by the Department of Homeland Security. C. ascertain the current situation overseas with regard to the number of casualties. D. check with local businesses to see if they have received any terrorist threats.

B. know the current threat level issued by the Department of Homeland Security.

As a triage supervisor, you: Select one: A. are responsible for providing initial treatment to all patients. B. must not begin treatment until all patients have been triaged. C. must prepare patients for transport before they leave the triage area. D. should communicate with area hospitals regarding their capabilities.

B. must not begin treatment until all patients have been triaged.

Once entrance and access to the patient have been provided, you should: A. administer high-flow oxygen. B. perform a primary assessment. C. allow extrication to commence. D. begin treating his or her injuries.

B. perform a primary assessment.

The development of an incident action plan is the responsibility of the: Select one: A. operations section. B. planning section. C. finance section. D. logistics section.

B. planning section.

The function of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) is to: Select one: A. educate city and county governments regarding foreign terrorist attacks. B. prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents. C. prepare for the potential of a nuclear attack against the United States. D. facilitate a standard method of incident command for natural disasters.

B. prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents.

All of the following are vesicant agents, EXCEPT: A. phosgene oxime. B. sarin. C. lewisite. D. sulfur mustard

B. sarin

In determining the potential for a terrorist attack, you should routinely observe all of the following on every call, EXCEPT: A. victim's statements. B. weather conditions. C. the location type. D. the type of call.

B. weather conditions.

Hydroplaning of the ambulance on wet roads would MOST likely occur at speeds of greater than _____ mph. A. 15 B. 10 C. 30 D. 20

C. 30

According to the START triage system, what should you do if a patient is found to have a respiratory rate of 24 breaths/min? Select one: A. Administer high-flow oxygen. B. Triage the patient as delayed. C. Assess for bilateral radial pulses. D. Assess his or her neurologic status.

C. Assess for bilateral radial pulses.

__________ rays easily penetrate through the human body and require lead or several inches of concrete to prevent penetration. A. Neutron B. Beta C. Gamma D. Alpha

C. Gamma

Which of the following statements regarding blast injuries is correct? A. The gastrointestinal tract is the organ system most sensitive to blast injuries and is the leading cause of death following an explosion. B. Tertiary blast injuries are penetrating or nonpenetrating injuries that result from flying debris, such as ordnance projectiles. C. Solid organs are relatively protected from shock wave injury but may be injured during the secondary or tertiary blast phase. D. Solid organs such as the middle ear, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract are the most susceptible to pressure changes.

C. Solid organs are relatively protected from shock wave injury but may be injured during the secondary or tertiary blast phase.

Continual reassessment of the scene at a suspected terrorist or weapon of mass destruction incident is MOST important because: A. weather conditions may change quickly. B. bystanders may destroy the evidence. C. a secondary explosive device may detonate. D. terrorists are often at the scene after an attack.

C. a secondary explosive device may detonate.

Equipment and supplies that are carried on an ambulance should be stored: A. as directed by the EMS system's medical director. B. in locked or secured cabinets in order to prevent theft. C. according to the urgency and frequency of their use D. based on recommendations of the health department.

C. according to the urgency and frequency of their use

After eating at a local restaurant, a 20-year-old male complains of blurred vision, difficulty speaking, and difficulty breathing. He is conscious; however, his respirations are profoundly labored and producing minimal tidal volume. You should: A. position him supine and elevate his legs. B. apply oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask. C. assist his ventilations with high-flow oxygen. D. request a paramedic to administer atropine.

C. assist his ventilations with high-flow oxygen.

Multiple people in a small town began experiencing abdominal cramps, excessive salivation and urination, and muscle twitching shortly after a small crop duster plane made several passes over the community. As you are assessing the patients, you further determine that most of them are bradycardic and have miosis. In addition to high-flow oxygen, the MOST appropriate treatment for these patients includes: A. activated charcoal and glucose. B. amyl nitrate and naloxone. C. atropine and pralidoxime chloride. D. epinephrine and hyperbaric oxygen.

C. atropine and pralidoxime chloride.

You arrive at an accident scene to find an alternative-fuel vehicle leaking an unknown substance. You should immediately _________. A. search the vehicle for occupants B. disconnect the car battery C. apply retardant to the leaking fuel D. call for additional resources and keep bystanders away from the vehicle

C. call for additional resources and keep bystanders away from the vehicle

The process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface or equipment is called: A. disinfection. B. high-level disinfection. C. cleaning. D. sterilization.

C. cleaning.

A 19-year-old female has just been extricated from her severely damaged car. She is on a long backboard and has been moved to a place of safety. As your partner maintains manual stabilization of her head, you perform a rapid assessment. The patient is unresponsive, has slow and shallow respirations, and has bilaterally closed femur deformities. You should: A. apply oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask. B. stabilize her legs with long board splints. C. direct your partner to begin ventilatory assistance. D. obtain baseline vital signs and transport at once.

C. direct your partner to begin ventilatory assistance

The MOST common and usually the most serious ambulance crashes occur at: A. railroad crossings. B. stop signs. C. intersections. D. stop lights.

C. intersections.

Immediately upon arriving at the scene of an emergency call involving a traumatic injury, you should notify the dispatcher of your arrival and then: A. quickly gain access to the patient. B. determine if additional units are needed. C. observe the scene for safety hazards. D. carefully assess the mechanism of injury.

C. observe the scene for safety hazards.

When removing a critically injured patient from his or her vehicle, you should: A. move him or her in one fast, continuous step. B. release c-spine control to facilitate rapid removal. C. protect the cervical spine during the entire process. D. remove him or her using a short backboard.

C. protect the cervical spine during the entire process.

Extrication is defined as: A. removal from a dangerous situation or position. B. using heavy equipment to access a patient. C. dismantling an automobile to remove a victim. D. immobilizing a patient before moving him or her.

C. removal from a dangerous situation or position.

While en route to a call for a patient in cardiac arrest, you approach a stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing. You should: A. slowly and carefully pass the bus on the left side. B. pass the bus only after all the children have exited. C. stop and wait until the warning lights stop flashing. D. back up and take an alternate route to the scene.

C. stop and wait until the warning lights stop flashing.

After primary triage, the triage supervisor should communicate all of the following information to the medical branch officer, EXCEPT: Select one: A. the number of patients in each triage category. B. the total number of patients that have been triaged. C. the recommended transport destination for each patient. D. recommendations for movement to the treatment area.

C. the recommended transport destination for each patient.

A medical transport helicopter is incoming and you are responsible for setting up the landing zone (LZ). You should: A. use yellow caution tape to mark of the LZ perimeter. B. ask bystanders to stand at all four corners of the LZ. C. use weighted cones to mark all four corners of the LZ. D. place four flares 100 feet apart in an "X" pattern.

C. use weighted cones to mark all four corners of the LZ.

The incubation period for Ebola can be up to: A. 72 hours. B. 1 week. C. 6 months. D. 21 days.

D. 21 days.

The JumpSTART triage system is intended to be used for children younger than _____ years or who appear to weigh less than _____. Select one: A. 7; 90 lb B. 6; 70 lb C. 5; 50 lb D. 8; 100 lb

D. 8; 100 lb

You are approaching an overturned tanker truck to assess the driver, who appears to be unresponsive. As you get closer to the vehicle, you note the smell of noxious fumes and find that you are in the midst of a vapor cloud. What should you do? Select one: A. Remain where you are and perform a visual assessment of the patient. B. Realize that you are in the danger zone and prevent others from entering. C. Cover your face with your shirt and quickly extricate the injured driver. D. Exit the area immediately and gather information for the HazMat team.

D. Exit the area immediately and gather information for the HazMat team.

A type _____ ambulance features a conventional, truck cab-chassis with a modular ambulance body that can be transferred to a newer chassis as needed. A. III B. II C. IV D. I

D. I

In which of the following situations would the EMTs MOST likely utilize a police escort? A. The weather is treacherous and there are numerous roads washed out. B. The EMTs are transporting a critical pediatric patient through traffic. C. The call is dispatched as an unresponsive patient with CPR in progress. D. The EMTs are unfamiliar with the location, but the police officer knows the area.

D. The EMTs are unfamiliar with the location, but the police officer knows the area.

The EMT should expect that a patient who was exposed to cyanide will have: A. an abnormally slow pulse rate. B. an abnormally slow respiratory rate. C. skin that is cherry red and hot. D. a normal pulse oximetry reading.

D. a normal pulse oximetry reading.

When functioning at the scene of a motor vehicle crash in which a patient will require complex extrication, you should enter the vehicle and provide care to the patient: A. only if the patient has experienced a major injury. B. after rescue personnel have cut the battery cables. C. after receiving approval from the incident commander. D. only after you believe the vehicle has been stabilized.

D. after receiving approval from the incident commander.

During the transport phase of an ambulance call, it is MOST important to: A. reassess unstable patients at least every 15 minutes. B. complete the run form before arrival at the hospital. C. reassess the patient only if he or she deteriorates. D. converse with the patient and provide reassurance.

D. converse with the patient and provide reassurance.

The rescue team is in the process of extricating a 40-year-old male from his truck. The patient's wife, who was uninjured in the crash, is calmly observing the extrication and asks you if her husband will be all right. You should: A. allow her to talk to her husband during the extrication. B. allow her to observe the extrication and keep her calm. C. ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene. D. ask her follow-up questions about the details of the crash.

D. ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene.

You and your partner arrive at the scene of a fire at a large office complex. Witnesses tell you that they heard a loud explosion shortly before the building caught fire. You should: A. tell the witnesses that you suspect that the explosion was the work of a terrorist. B. take standard precautions and begin searching for critically injured patients. C. carefully document the witnesses' statements and report them immediately. D. ensure that your ambulance is parked upwind and uphill from the building.

D. ensure that your ambulance is parked upwind and uphill from the building.

Most cases of anthrax begin with: A. respiratory distress. B. signs of shock. C. pulmonary edema. D. flulike symptoms.

D. flulike symptoms.

The term used when individual units or different organizations make independent, and often inefficient, decisions regarding an incident is called: Select one: A. undermining. B. logistical chaos. C. single command. D. freelancing.

D. freelancing.

Common safety equipment carried on the ambulance includes all of the following, EXCEPT: A. turnout gear. B. face shields. C. safety goggles. D. hazardous materials gear.

D. hazardous materials gear.

A. call medical control for further direction. B. request law enforcement for traffic control. C. begin triage to determine injury severity. D. immediately request additional resources.Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you can see three patients, one who is entrapped in his car and two who have been ejected from their vehicle. You should: A. call medical control for further direction. B. request law enforcement for traffic control. C. begin triage to determine injury severity. D. immediately request additional resources.

D. immediately request additional resources

A 33-year-old restrained driver of a motor vehicle crash is awake and alert, complaining only of neck pain and left leg pain. The vehicle is stable and no hazards are present. When removing this patient from his vehicle, you should: A. apply a full leg splint prior to extrication. B. use the rapid extrication technique. C. maintain slight traction to his neck area. D. immobilize him with a vest-style device.

D. immobilize him with a vest-style device

The LEAST practical place to store a portable oxygen cylinder is: A. on the ambulance stretcher. B. inside the jump kit. C. near the side or rear door. D. in the driver's compartment.

D. in the driver's compartment.

Upon arrival at a trench rescue operation, you should _________. A. park as close to the incident as possible B. assist with the rescue operation C. park at least 500 feet from the incident D. determine if rescuers are operating safely

D. park at least 500 feet from the incident

The type and severity of wounds sustained from incendiary and explosive devices primarily depend on the: A. type of material used to manufacture the device. B. pressure that is generated from the explosion itself. C. size of the structure that was involved in the explosion. D. patient's distance from the epicenter of the explosion.

D. patient's distance from the epicenter of the explosion.

When arriving at the scene of an overturned tractor-trailer rig, you note that a green cloud is being emitted from the crashed vehicle. The driver is still in the truck; he is conscious but bleeding profusely from the head. After notifying the hazardous materials team, you should: A. park downhill from the scene. B. ask the driver to exit the vehicle. C. quickly gain access to the patient. D. position the ambulance upwind.

D. position the ambulance upwind.

Upon arrival at a search-and-rescue incident, the EMS crew should _________. A. prepare the equipment to carry to the patient B. provide the incident commander with the crew's names and certification level(s) C. begin searching for the patient D. split up and request a search grid

D. prepare the equipment to carry to the patient

At a scene with downed electrical lines, the EMT should _________. A. stabilize the patient in the danger (hot) zone B. enter the danger (hot) zone for patient removal only C. relocate the danger (hot) zone away from the patient D. remain outside the danger (hot) zone

D. remain outside the danger (hot) zone

Unlike viral agents, bacterial agents: A. are far less infectious. B. do not replicate in the body. C. are usually not treatable. D. respond to antibiotics.

D. respond to antibiotics.

The use of lights and siren on an ambulance: A. allows other drivers to hear and see you from a great distance. B. is required any time a patient is being transported to the hospital. C. legally gives the emergency vehicle operator the right of way. D. signifies a request for other drivers to yield the right of way.

D. signifies a request for other drivers to yield the right of way.

An attack on an abortion clinic would MOST likely be carried out by a(n): A. violent religious group. B. extremist political group. C. doomsday cult. D. single-issue group.

D. single-issue group.

Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you find a single patient still seated in his car. There are no scene hazards. As you approach the vehicle, you note that the patient is semiconscious and has a large laceration to his forehead. You should: A. apply a vest-style extrication device before attempting to move the patient. B. apply a cervical collar and quickly remove the patient with a clothes drag. C. direct your partner to apply manual in-line support of the patient's head. D. slide a long backboard under his buttocks and lay him sideways on the board.

Direct your partner to apply manual in-line support of the patient's head

You are attending to a 34-year-old male patient who requires transport to the hospital for assessment of his chronic back pain. The patient weighs over 750 pounds. Your bariatric stretcher has a wider surface area to allow for A. increased patient comfort and dignity. B. increased stability and leverage when lifting with more than two providers. C. better stability when moving the patient on uneven ground. D. increased lifting capacity and patient weight load.

Increased patient comfort and dignity

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate device to use when immobilizing a patient with a suspected spinal injury? A. Portable stretcher B. Wheeled stretcher C. Long backboard D. Scoop stretcher

Long backboard

You are attending to a 26-year-old female who is 34 weeks pregnant with her first child. Your patient has been having lower abdominal pains and cramping for the past two hours. In placing your patient on the stretcher and preparing for transport, you should place her A. on her left side. B. in a position of comfort. C. supine with her legs elevated. D. in the Fowler position.

On her left side

To protect a restrained patient and prevent him from leverage to break free, the EMT should secure A. both arms at the patient's sides B. only the patient's torso C. one arm above the head D. both arms above the head

One arm above the head

When moving a conscious, weak patient down a flight of stairs, you should A. collapse the undercarriage of the wheeled stretcher and carefully carry the patient down the stairs on the stretcher. B. place the wheeled stretcher at the bottom of the stairs and carry the patient down the stairs with a stair chair. C. assist the patient in walking down the stairs and place him or her on the wheeled stretcher at the bottom of the stairs. D. secure the patient to a scoop stretcher and carry him or her headfirst down the stairs to the awaiting stretcher.

Place the wheeled stretcher at the bottom of the stairs and carry the patient down the stairs with a stair chair

You are attending a 22-year-old female patient who has overdosed. The patient is unresponsive in an upstairs bedroom. The most appropriate way to bring the patient downstairs is A. secured to a stair chair with the strongest provider at the head end. B. secured to a stair chair with the strongest provider at the foot end. C. secured to a fracture board with the strongest provider at the foot end. D. secured to a fracture board with the strongest provider at the head end.

Secured to a fracture board with the strongest provider at the head end

Which of your senses can be safely used to identify a HazMat incident? Select one: A. Sight and sound B. Sound and smell C. Sight and touch D. Smell and sight

Sight and sound

Which of the following statements regarding patient weight distribution is correct? A. Most of the patient's weight rests on the foot end of the stretcher. B. The EMT at the patient's head will bear the least amount of weight. C. A semi-sitting patient's weight is equally distributed on both ends. D. The majority of a horizontal patient's weight is in the torso.

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

An EMT may injure his or her back, even if it is straight, if the A. hands are held close to the legs. B. shoulder is aligned over the pelvis. C. force is exerted straight down the spine. D. back is bent forward at the hips.

back is bent forward at the hips

It is essential that you ________ your equipment to prevent the spread of disease A. throw out B. incinerate C. decontaminate D. properly store

decontaminate

In contrast to typical wheeled ambulance stretchers, features of a bariatric stretcher include A. weight capacity of up to 650 lb. B. a collapsible undercarriage. C. two safety rails on both sides of the stretcher. D. increased stability from a wider wheelbase.

increased stability from a wider wheelbase

The MOST serious consequence of a poorly planned or rushed patient move is A. causing patient anxiety or fear. B. unnecessarily wasting time. C. injury to you or your patient. D. confusion among team members.

injury to you or your patient

To minimize the risk of injuring yourself when lifting or moving a patient, you should A. flex at the waist instead of the hips. B. avoid the use of log rolls or body drags. C. keep the weight as close to your body as possible. D. use a direct carry whenever possible.

keep the weight as close to your body as possible

The proper technique for using the power grip is to A. position your hands about 6² apart. B. rotate your palms down. C. lift with your palms up. D. hold the handle with your fingers.

lift with your palms up

The ___________ is both the mechanical weight-bearing base of the spinal column and the fused central posterior section of the pelvic girdle A. coccyx B. thorax C. ischium D. sacrum

sacrum

As you and your partner are carrying a stable patient down a flight of stairs in a stair chair, you feel a sudden, sharp pain in your lower back. You should A. guide your partner while moving the chair backwards. B. reposition your hands and continue to move the patient. C. stop the move and request additional lifting assistance. D. stop the move and have the patient walk down the stairs.

stop the move and request additional lifting assistance

To facilitate a safe and coordinated move, the team leader should A. never become involved in the move, only direct the move. B. be positioned at the feet so the team can hear. C. use preparatory commands to initiate any moves. D. speak softly but clearly to avoid startling the patient.

use preparatory commands to initiate any moves

When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than _______________ in front of your torso A. 5 to 10 inches B. 20 to 30 inches C. 15 to 20 inches D. 10 to 15 inches

15 to 20 inches

Trench collapses usually involve large areas of falling dirt that weigh approximately _______ per cubic foot A. 150 lb B. 200 lb C. 50 lb D. 100 lb

A. 100 lb

In preparing for a disaster, EMS systems should have enough supplies for at least a ______ period of self-sufficiency. Select one: A. 72-hour B. 96-hour C. 24-hour D. 48-hour

A. 72-hour

Which of the following is an example of regional equipment or supplies? A. DuoDote Auto-Injector B. Vacuum splint C. Oral glucose D. Inhaled bronchodilator

A. DuoDote Auto-Injector

Which of the following duties or responsibilities does NOT fall within the realm of the medical branch of the incident command system? Select one: A. Extrication B. Treatment C. Transport D. Triage

A. Extrication

While triaging patients at the scene of a building collapse, you encounter a young child who is conscious, alert, and breathing; has bilateral radial pulses; and has a severely angulated leg, which is not bleeding. According to the JumpSTART triage system, you should: Select one: A. assign him a delayed (yellow) category and continue triaging the other patients. B. evacuate him to a designated area and assign him a minimal (green) category. C. apply high-flow oxygen, obtain baseline vital signs, and continue triaging. D. quickly bind his legs together to stabilize the fracture, and continue triaging

A. assign him a delayed (yellow) category and continue triaging the other patients.

Following proper decontamination, a 30-year-old male is brought to you. He is semiconscious and has rapid, shallow respirations. A quick visual assessment reveals no obvious bleeding. You should: Select one: A. begin some form of positive-pressure ventilation. B. ask a firefighter what the patient was exposed to. C. perform a rapid assessment to locate critical injuries. D. administer high-flow oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask.

A. begin some form of positive-pressure ventilation.

The use of special tools to remove an entrapped patient from a vehicle is known as _________. A. complex access B. incident management C. simple access D. vehicle stabilization

A. complex access

You are standing by at the scene of a hostage situation when the incident commander advises you that one of his personnel has been shot. The patient is lying supine in an open area and is not moving. As the SWAT team escorts you to the patient, you should: A. perform a rapid assessment and move him to a place of safety. B. grab him by the clothes and immediately move him to safety. C. limit your primary assessment to airway and breathing only. D. treat only critical injuries before moving him to a safe place.

A. grab him by the clothes and immediately move him to safety

A supervisor who has more than seven people reporting to him or her: Select one: A. has exceeded an effective span of control and should divide tasks and delegate the supervision of some tasks to another person. B. is more beneficial to the overall effort than a supervisor with fewer personnel because his or her team can accomplish more tasks. C. should assign a specific task to each person reporting to him or her and regularly follow up to ensure that the tasks were carried out. D. should regularly report to the incident commander (IC) to inform him or her of the functions that his or her team is performing.

A. has exceeded an effective span of control and should divide tasks and delegate the supervision of some tasks to another person.

The FIRST step in the START triage system is to: Select one: A. move all walking patients to a designated area. B. focus on the patients who are unconscious. C. get a quick head count of all the patients involved. D. scan the area for patients with severe bleeding.

A. move all walking patients to a designated area.

When approaching a helicopter, whether the rotor blades are moving or not, you should: A. never duck under the body or the tail boom because the pilot cannot see you in these areas. B. carefully approach the aircraft from the rear unless a crew member instructs you to do otherwise. C. approach the aircraft from the side because this will make it easier for you to access the aircraft doors. D. remember that the main rotor blade is flexible and can dip as low as 5¢ to 6¢ from the ground.

A. never duck under the body or the tail boom because the pilot cannot see you in these areas.

Unlike a multiple-casualty incident, a natural disaster: Select one: A. often requires personnel to remain on scene for several days. B. exists when there are more than 100 critically injured patients. C. is typically short-lived and does not require as much manpower. D. usually does not require the incident command system process.

A. often requires personnel to remain on scene for several days.

For every emergency request, the dispatcher should routinely gather and record all of the following information, EXCEPT the: A. patient's medical history. B. location of the patient(s). C. nature of the call. D. caller's phone number.

A. patient's medical history.

General guidelines for safe ambulance driving include all of the following, EXCEPT: A. regularly using the siren as much as possible. B. avoiding one-way streets whenever possible. C. avoiding routes with heavy traffic congestion. D. assuming that other drivers will not see you.

A. regularly using the siren as much as possible.

While staged at the scene of a structure fire, the EMT should _________ A. locate the safety officer B. assess firefighters for signs of fatigue C. stay with the incident commander D. remain with the ambulance

A. remain with the ambulance

Returning the emergency unit to service is part of the _________. A. termination phase B. transfer phase C. hazard-control phase D. support phase

A. termination phase

At present, the likelihood of a nuclear attack against the United States is very low because: A. terrorist nations do not have the ability to deliver a nuclear weapon via missile or bomb. B. the United States has an effective early warning system to detect an incoming nuclear missile. C. all nuclear devices or weapons that different countries are in possession of are currently accounted for. D. other than the United States, no other countries are currently in possession of nuclear weapons.

A. terrorist nations do not have the ability to deliver a nuclear weapon via missile or bomb.

The EMT's responsibility during search-and-rescue operations is to _________. A. assume medical command B. direct other incoming EMS units C. assist in the search on foot D. wait at the staging area until the patient is located

A. wait at the staging area until the patient is located

Which of the following conditions or situations presents the MOST unique challenge to the EMT when immobilizing an elderly patient on a long backboard? A. Patient disorientation B. Joint flexibility C. Abnormal spinal curvature D. Naturally deformed bones

Abnormal spinal curvature

Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient move is correct? A. An emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment. B. The patient is dragged against the body's long axis during an emergency move. C. The spine must be fully immobilized prior to performing an emergency move. D. It is not possible to perform an emergency move without injuring the patient.

An emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment