Chapter 39 and 40
A disposable oxygen humidifier should be considered for ambulance services that often transport patients on runs longer than: A) 4 hours. B) 1 hour. C) 2 hours. D) 3 hours.
1 hour.
A portable oxygen cylinder should have a capacity of a minimum of ____ of oxygen. A) 1,000 L B) 750 L C) 500 L D) 250 L
500 L
Which of the following situations would require the use of a specialized rescue team? A) A patient trapped in a cave or a confined space B) A patient found floating facedown in a swimming pool C) A patient in a badly damaged car, not entrapped D) An obese patient who must be moved to the ambulance
A patient trapped in a cave or a confined space
_____________ is defined as the ability to reach the patient. A) Access B) Extrication C) Disentanglement D) Rescue
Access
is defined as the ability to reach the patient. A) Disentanglement B) Extrication C) Access D) Rescue
Access
Other than personal safety equipment, which of the following should be the MOST readily accessible item in the back of an ambulance? A) Bleeding control supplies B) Stethoscope and penlight C) Emergency childbirth kit D) Vest-style extrication device
Bleeding control supplies
Minimum airway and ventilation equipment that should be carried on every ambulance include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) mounted and portable suctioning units. B) adult and pediatric bag-mask devices. C) Combitubes or laryngeal mask airways. D) various sizes of oral and nasal airways.
Combitubes or laryngeal mask airways.
Which of the following is the BEST example of gaining simple access to a patient? A) Entering a vehicle through an open window B) Using a pry bar to open a damaged door C) Removing the roof to access a critical patient D) Breaking glass to gain access to the patient
Entering a vehicle through an open window
Which of the following statements regarding trench rescue is correct? A) Rescue vehicles should park at least 250' from the scene. B) A trench deeper than 10' should be shored prior to entry. C) Most deaths involving cave-ins are caused by head injury. D) Ground vibration is a primary cause of secondary collapse.
Ground vibration is a primary cause of secondary collapse.
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) II B) I C) IV D) III
I
Which of the following statements regarding the use of the warning lights and siren on the ambulance is correct? A) It is generally acceptable to increase your speed if lights and siren are in use. B) Warning lights and siren should be avoided, even if the patient is unstable. C) If it is necessary to use the siren, you should tell the patient beforehand. D) If the patient is stable, you may use the warning lights without the siren.
If it is necessary to use the siren, you should tell the patient beforehand.
Which of the following items would MOST likely require special protocols in order to be carried on the ambulance? A) Automated external defibrillator B) Devices for restraining a patient C) Pneumatic antishock garment D) Pediatric nonrebreathing masks
Pneumatic antishock garment
Which of the following is a typical function of the rescue team? A) Providing safe entry and access to patients B) Providing emergency care during extrication C) Shutting off power to downed electrical lines D) Initial triage and patient prioritization
Providing safe entry and access to patients
Which of the following is an example of regional equipment or supplies? A) Snake bite kit B) Bronchodilator C) Oral glucose D) Vacuum splint
Snake bite kit
Which of the following statements regarding the rapid extrication technique is correct? A) The only indication for performing a rapid extrication is if the patient is not entrapped and is in cardiac arrest. B) Rapid extrication involves the use of heavy equipment to disentangle a patient from his or her crashed vehicle. C) It involves rapidly removing a patient from his or her vehicle after immobilizing him or her with a short backboard. D) The rapid extrication technique is indicated if the scene is unsafe and the patient is not entrapped in his or her vehicle.
The rapid extrication technique is indicated if the scene is unsafe and the patient is not entrapped in his or her vehicle.
Regardless of where portable and mounted oxygen cylinders are stored in the ambulance, they must: A) be easily identifiable by their bright green color. B) undergo hydrostatic testing on a weekly basis. C) hold a minimum capacity of 1,500 L of oxygen. D) be capable of delivering oxygen at 1 to 15 L/min.
be capable of delivering oxygen at 1 to 15 L/min.
When transporting a patient to the hospital, you should: A) be safe and get the patient to the hospital in the shortest practical time. B) secure the patient to the ambulance stretcher with at least two straps. C) place the patient on a long backboard, even if no trauma is involved. D) generally exceed the posted speed limit by 10 to 20 mph.
be safe and get the patient to the hospital in the shortest practical time.
While using lights and siren, most state laws permit an ambulance to: A) proceed through red lights without stopping. B) carefully exceed the posted speed limit. C) drive as fast as the department allows. D) disregard all traffic control signals.
carefully exceed the posted speed limit.
If a technical rescue team is required at the scene, but is not present when you arrive, you should: A) don personal protective equipment and begin the rescue process. B) remain with your ambulance until the rescue team arrives at the scene. C) have fire personnel initiate the rescue process if they are at the scene. D) check with the incident commander to ensure that the team is en route.
check with the incident commander to ensure that the team is en route.
The process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface or equipment is called: A) cleaning. B) disinfection. C) high-level disinfection. D) sterilization.
cleaning.
The purpose of a jump kit is to: A) contain anything that you might need during the first 5 minutes of patient care. B) manage a critically injured patient until he or she is loaded into the ambulance. C) facilitate defibrillation within 5 minutes after making patient contact. D) carry advanced life support equipment approved by the EMS medical director.
contain anything that you might need during the first 5 minutes of patient care.
The purpose of a jump kit is to: A) manage a critically injured patient until he or she is loaded into the ambulance. B) facilitate defibrillation within 5 minutes after making patient contact. C) contain anything that you might need during the first 5 minutes of patient care. D) carry advanced life support equipment approved by the EMS medical director.
contain anything that you might need during the first 5 minutes of patient care.
During the transport phase of an ambulance call, it is important to: A) reassess unstable patients at least every 15 minutes. B) complete the run form before arrival at the hospital. C) converse with the patient and provide reassurance. D) reassess the patient only if he or she deteriorates.
converse with the patient and provide reassurance.
When responding to or functioning at a tactical situation, you should: A) depart the scene only after the incident commander has verified that it is safe. B) leave your emergency lights on in order to identify yourself as EMS. C) remain near the side of the ambulance, even if you are told otherwise. D) transport any patients from the scene using the quickest route to the hospital.
depart the scene only after the incident commander has verified that it is safe.
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 unconscious, has slow and shallow respirations, and has bilaterally closed femur deformities. You should: A) apply 100% oxygen via a nonrebreathing mask. B) stabilize her legs with the pneumatic antishock garment. C) obtain baseline vital signs and transport at once. D) direct your partner to begin ventilatory assistance.
direct your partner to begin ventilatory assistance.
Phases of an ambulance call include all of the following activities, EXCEPT: A) transport of the patient to the hospital. B) checking equipment on the ambulance. C) transferring the patient to the ambulance. D) emergency care provided at the scene.
emergency care provided at the scene.
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) ask her follow-up questions regarding the crash. D) ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene.
ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene.
Delivering a patient to the hospital involves all of the following activities, EXCEPT: A) informing the dispatcher of your arrival. B) giving a verbal report to the triage clerk. C) completing a detailed written report. D) restocking any disposable items you used.
giving a verbal report to the triage clerk.
Delivering a patient to the hospital involves all of the following activities, EXCEPT: A) completing a detailed written report. B) restocking any disposable items you used. C) informing the dispatcher of your arrival. D) giving a verbal report to the triage clerk.
giving a verbal report to the triage clerk.giving a verbal report to the triage clerk.
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) treat only critical injuries before moving him to a safe place. B) perform a rapid assessment and move him to a place of safety. C) limit your primary assessment to airway and breathing only. D) grab him by the clothes and immediately move him to safety.
grab him by the clothes and immediately move him to safety.
If hydroplaning of the ambulance occurs, the driver should: A) quickly jerk the steering wheel. B) slowly pump the brakes until he or she regains vehicle control. C) gradually slow down without jamming on the brakes. D) slowly move the steering wheel back and forth.
gradually slow down without jamming on the brakes.
Common safety equipment carried on the ambulance includes all of the following, EXCEPT: A) hazardous materials gear. B) safety goggles. C) face shields. D) turnout gear.
hazardous materials gear.
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) begin triage to determine injury severity. C) immediately request additional resources. D) request law enforcement for traffic control.
immediately request additional resources.
A 33-year-old restrained driver of a motor vehicle crash is awake and alert, complaining only of neck pain. The vehicle is stable and no hazards are present. When removing this patient from his vehicle, you should: A) maintain slight traction to his neck area. B) adequately secure him to a long backboard. C) immobilize him with a vest-style device. D) use the rapid extrication technique.
immobilize him with a vest-style device.
A 33-year-old restrained driver of a motor vehicle crash is awake and alert, complaining only of neck pain. The vehicle is stable and no hazards are present. When removing this patient from his vehicle, you should: A) use the rapid extrication technique. B) adequately secure him to a long backboard. C) immobilize him with a vest-style device. D) maintain slight traction to his neck area.
immobilize him with a vest-style device.
A hiker was injured when he fell approximately 20' from a cliff. When you arrive at the scene, a member of the technical rescue group escorts you to the patient, who is positioned on a steep incline. The MOST appropriate method of immobilizing and moving the patient to the ambulance is to: A) immobilize him to a long backboard and use the four-person carry to move him. B) immobilize his spine with a long backboard and place him in a basket stretcher. C) immobilize him with a short backboard and place him on the ambulance stretcher. D) apply a vest-style immobilization device and move him using a stair chair device.
immobilize his spine with a long backboard and place him in a basket stretcher.
The LEAST practical place to store a portable oxygen cylinder is: A) in the driver's compartment. B) on the ambulance stretcher. C) near the side or rear door. D) inside the jump kit.
in the driver's compartment.
The MOST common and usually the most serious ambulance crashes occur at: A) stop signs. B) intersections. C) stop lights. D) railroad crossings.
intersections.
In contrast to simple access, complex access: A) does not involve the breaking of glass. B) is a skill commonly taught to AEMTs. C) involves forcible entry into a vehicle. D) often involves simply unlocking a door.
involves forcible entry into a vehicle.
The scene size-up at a motor vehicle crash or other incident: A) determines who is allowed to safely enter the hot zone. B) is an ongoing process until the incident is terminated. C) should be performed by the most experienced AEMT. D) is a quick visual assessment of the scene prior to entry.
is an ongoing process until the incident is terminated.
Aggressive ambulance driving may have a negative effect on other motorists because: A) it may not allow for their reaction time to respond to your vehicle. B) they often freeze when they see the lights in the rearview mirror. C) they move to the right or drive as close to the curb as possible. D) they may become enraged and attempt to run you off the road.
it may not allow for their reaction time to respond to your vehicle.
A 50-year-old female is entrapped in her passenger car after it struck a tree. As the rescue team is preparing to extricate her, you quickly assess her and determine that she is breathing shallowly and that her radial pulse is absent. You should: A) maintain spinal stabilization as she is extricated. B) begin CPR as the rescue team begins extrication. C) secure her with a short backboard or vest device. D) stabilize her condition before extrication begins.
maintain spinal stabilization as she is extricated.
A 50-year-old female is entrapped in her passenger car after it struck a tree. As the rescue team is preparing to extricate her, you quickly assess her and determine that she is breathing shallowly and that her radial pulse is absent. You should: A) stabilize her condition before extrication begins. B) begin CPR as the rescue team begins extrication. C) secure her with a short backboard or vest device. D) maintain spinal stabilization as she is extricated.
maintain spinal stabilization as she is extricated.
The six-pointed Star of Life® emblem identifies vehicles that: A) are staffed by a minimum of one certified advanced EMT (AEMT). B) meet federal specifications as licensed or certified ambulances. C) are equipped with supplies to manage a mass-casualty situation. D) have complied with state regulations for ambulance certification.
meet federal specifications as licensed or certified ambulances.
When approaching a helicopter, whether the rotor blades are moving or not, you should: A) remember that the main rotor blade is flexible and can dip as low as 5′ to 6′ from the ground. B) approach the aircraft from the side because this will make it easier for you to access the aircraft doors. C) never duck under the body or the tail boom because the pilot cannot see you in these areas. D) carefully approach the aircraft from the rear unless a crew member instructs you to do otherwise.
never duck under the body or the tail boom because the pilot cannot see you in these areas.
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) determine if additional units are needed. B) observe the scene for safety hazards. C) quickly gain access to the patient. D) carefully assess the mechanism of injury.
observe the scene for safety hazards.
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) observe the scene for safety hazards. C) carefully assess the mechanism of injury. D) determine if additional units are needed.
observe the scene for safety hazards.
For every emergency request, the dispatcher should routinely gather and record all of the following information, EXCEPT the: A) caller's phone number. B) nature of the call. C) patient's medical history. D) location of the patient(s).
patient's medical history.
In order to evaluate hazards present at the scene and determine the number of patients, you should: A) use the information provided by dispatch. B) request the fire department at all scenes. C) interview bystanders present at the scene. D) perform a 360° walk-around of the scene.
perform a 360° walk-around of the scene.
Once entrance and access to the patient have been provided, you should: A) allow extrication to commence. B) administer high-flow oxygen. C) begin treating his or her injuries. D) perform a primary assessment.
perform a primary assessment.
When transporting a patient who is secured to a backboard, it is important to: A) routinely elevate the head of the backboard 12". B) place deceleration straps over the patient's shoulders. C) place a folded towel or blanket under his or her head. D) use at least eight straps to secure the patient to the board.
place deceleration straps over the patient's shoulders.
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) position the ambulance upwind. C) ask the driver to exit the vehicle. D) quickly gain access to the patient.
position the ambulance upwind.
When removing a critically injured patient from his or her vehicle, you should: A) remove him or her using a short backboard. B) move him or her in one fast, continuous step. C) release c-spine control to facilitate rapid removal. D) protect the cervical spine during the entire process.
protect the cervical spine during the entire process.
General guidelines for safe ambulance driving include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) avoiding routes with heavy traffic congestion. B) avoiding one-way streets whenever possible. C) regularly using the siren as much as possible. D) assuming that other drivers will not see you.
regularly using the siren as much as possible.
You are en route to an emergency call when you approach a slow-moving vehicle on a two-way road. You can see oncoming traffic in the other lane. The driver has his windows up and does not realize that you are behind him. You should: A) pass the driver on the right-hand shoulder. B) remain at a safe distance until it is safe to pass. C) use your public address (PA) system to alert the driver. D) quickly pass the vehicle on the left side.
remain at a safe distance until it is safe to pass.
When driving an ambulance on a multilane highway in emergency mode, you should: A) pass other drivers on the right side. B) remain in the extreme left-hand lane. C) remain in the extreme right-hand lane. D) drive in the center lane of the highway.
remain in the extreme left-hand lane.
You and your partner are standing by at the scene of a residential fire when you hear the incident commander state "We have located a victim" over the radio. You should: A) immediately locate the incident commander and ask where the victim is located. B) notify the hospital that you will be transporting a burn patient to their facility. C) locate the victim and provide initial care while your partner stays with the ambulance. D) remain with the ambulance and wait for fire personnel to bring the victim to you.
remain with the ambulance and wait for fire personnel to bring the victim to you.
Extrication is MOST accurately 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.
removal from a dangerous situation or position.
Disentanglement involves: A) removing a patient from a dangerous position. B) the use of simple access tools such as a pry bar. C) extrication techniques that AEMTs are trained in. D) gaining access to a patient in a crashed vehicle.
removing a patient from a dangerous position.
Upon arriving at the scene of a law enforcement tactical situation, you should ensure your own safety and then: A) apprise medical control of the tactical situation. B) locate all injured personnel and begin treatment. C) report to the incident commander for instructions. D) begin immediate triage of any injured personnel.
report to the incident commander for instructions.
When working at the scene of a motor vehicle crash at night, you should NOT use: A) reflective vests. B) portable floodlights. C) intermittent flashing devices. D) road flares.
road flares.
When a helicopter is used during nighttime operations, you should avoid: A) using any lights, whether on the ground or in the air. B) shining any flashlights or spotlights at the helicopter. C) placing flares within 25' of the aircraft after it has landed. D) directing light toward the ground at the landing site.
shining any flashlights or spotlights at the helicopter.
The use of lights and siren on an ambulance: A) allows other drivers to hear and see you from a great distance. B) legally gives the emergency vehicle operator the right of way. C) is required any time a patient is being transported to the hospital. D) signifies a request for other drivers to yield the right of way.
signifies a request for other drivers to yield the right of way.
When being tailgated by another vehicle while responding to an emergency call, you should: A) slam on the brakes to frighten the tailgater. B) slow down and allow the driver to pass you. C) stop the ambulance and confront the driver. D) increase your speed to create more distance.
slow down and allow the driver to pass you.
call, you should: A) increase your speed to create more distance. B) slam on the brakes to frighten the tailgater. C) slow down and allow the driver to pass you. D) stop the ambulance and confront the driver.
slow down and allow the driver to pass you.
The AEMT's role at the scene of a search and rescue attempt is to: A) reassure the family members of the missing person. B) report to a location where the patient will be carried. C) accompany search team members and provide care. D) stand by at the command post until the person is located.
stand by at the command post until the person is located.
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.
stop and wait until the warning lights stop flashing.
As you and your team are removing an unconscious patient from her wrecked car, you note that she has closed deformities to both of her legs and a deformity to her left humerus. You should: A) assess distal neurovascular functions in her extremities. B) support the injured extremities and continue removal. C) realign the deformed extremities before continuing. D) splint the deformities before moving her any further.
support the injured extremities and continue removal.
It is 10:30 PM and you have requested air medical transport for a critically injured patient. When you arrive at the designated landing zone, you should: A) provide the flight crew with a patient status update. B) mark the proposed landing area with road flares. C) mark the landing site using personnel with flashlights. D) survey the area for power lines or other hazards.
survey the area for power lines or other hazards.
Your primary concern when arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash is: A) immediately beginning triage. B) surveying the area for hazards. C) gaining access to the patient(s). D) requesting additional resources.
surveying the area for hazards.
Situational awareness is MOST accurately defined as: A) performing an initial scan of the scene in order to identify hazards that will pose an immediate threat to you and your crew. B) predicting the presence of certain hazards at the scene after receiving initial information from the dispatcher. C) the ability to recognize any possible issues once you arrive at the scene and act proactively to avoid a negative impact. D) an ongoing process of information gathering and scene evaluation to determine appropriate strategies and tactics.
the ability to recognize any possible issues once you arrive at the scene and act proactively to avoid a negative impact.
A unique consideration when dealing with a hybrid vehicle is that: A) rescue teams should disconnect the positive battery cable first. B) the battery has higher amperes than a traditional vehicle battery. C) cutting the battery cables often results in an explosion or fire. D) you must locate the ignition switch and cut it to prevent a fire.
the battery has higher amperes than a traditional vehicle battery.
When determining the exact location and position of the patient(s) in a wrecked vehicle, you and your team should routinely consider all of the following, EXCEPT: A) the make and model of the vehicle. B) the position of the crashed vehicle. C) hazards that pose a risk to rescuers. D) the possibility of vehicle instability.
the make and model of the vehicle.
You are dispatched to a residence for a patient with chest pain; however, you are unfamiliar with the address and cannot find the location in your map book. A nearby police officer radios you and tells you that he knows how to get to the scene. You should: A) keep your lights on and ask the police officer to guide you to the scene. B) ask the dispatcher to call the residence and obtain driving directions. C) follow the police officer in emergency mode until you get near the scene. D) turn off your lights and carefully follow the police officer to the scene.
turn off your lights and carefully follow the police officer to the scene.
After assessing your patient, you determine that his condition is stable. You provide the appropriate treatment and then load him into the ambulance. While en route to the hospital, you should: A) turn your emergency lights off and obey all traffic laws. B) keep your emergency lights on but avoid using the siren. C) drive slowly and remain in the far left-hand lane, if possible. D) use your lights and siren but drive slowly and defensively.
turn your emergency lights off and obey all traffic laws.
Upon arriving at the scene of a major motor vehicle crash at night, you find that the safest place to park your ambulance is in a direction that is facing oncoming traffic. You should: A) quickly access the patient. B) place a flare near the crash. C) turn your headlights off. D) turn all warning lights off.
turn your headlights off.
Upon arriving at the scene of a major motor vehicle crash at night, you find that the safest place to park your ambulance is in a direction that is facing oncoming traffic. You should: A) turn all warning lights off. B) place a flare near the crash. C) quickly access the patient. D) turn your headlights off.
turn your headlights off.
In general, medivac helicopters should be utilized when: A) a patient has a time-dependent injury or illness and traffic conditions would cause a significant delay in definitive care. B) ground transport would leave your service area without an ambulance for greater than 30 minutes. C) a patient has been in cardiac arrest for more than 15 minutes and has not responded to CPR and defibrillation. D) ground transport to the hospital exceeds 30 to 45 minutes, even if the patient's present condition is stable.
a patient has a time-dependent injury or illness and traffic conditions would cause a significant delay in definitive care.
Characteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: A) the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. B) realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. C) a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. D) an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call.
a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers.
Your unit and a fire department vehicle are responding to the scene of a patient in cardiac arrest. As you approach an intersection that is highly congested, you should: A) ask the fire department vehicle to remain 1,000′ behind you. B) turn off your lights and siren and proceed with safety. C) use a different siren tone than the fire department vehicle. D) advise the fire department vehicle to follow you closely.
use a different siren tone than the fire department vehicle.
The main objective of traffic control at the scene of a motor vehicle crash is to: A) get oncoming traffic past the scene as soon as possible. B) prevent curious onlookers from observing the scene. C) warn oncoming traffic and prevent another crash. D) facilitate a route for the media to access the scene.
warn oncoming traffic and prevent another crash.
As soon as you leave the hospital and are en route back to your station, you should inform the dispatcher: A) that you are prepared for another call. B) whether you are back in service. C) about the patient's clinical condition. D) of the name of the accepting physician.
whether you are back in service.
If you properly assess and stabilize a patient at the scene, driving to the hospital with excessive speed: A) is often necessary if the patient is critical. B) is allowable according to state law. C) will decrease the driver's reaction time. D) increases the patient's chance for survival.
will decrease the driver's reaction time.
Equipment and supplies that are carried on an ambulance should be stored: A) in locked or secured cabinets in order to prevent theft. B) as directed by the EMS system's medical director. C) based on recommendations of the health department. D) according to the urgency and frequency of their use.
according to the urgency and frequency of their use.
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) quickly proceed to the call and clean and restock the ambulance afterwards. B) proceed to the call, functioning only as an emergency medical responder. C) have your partner quickly clean the ambulance as you proceed to the call. D) advise the dispatcher that you are out of service and to send another unit.
advise the dispatcher that you are out of service and to send another unit.
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) after rescue personnel have cut the battery cables. B) after receiving approval from the extrication leader. C) only if the patient has experienced a major injury. D) only after you believe the vehicle has been stabilized.
after receiving approval from the extrication leader.
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) only after you believe the vehicle has been stabilized. D) after receiving approval from the extrication leader.
after receiving approval from the extrication leader.
Common activities that occur while you and your partner are en route to the scene of an emergency call include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) assigning tasks to each member of the response team. B) obtaining additional information from the dispatcher. C) fastening your seatbelts before the ambulance departs. D) apprising the medical director of the nature of the call.
apprising the medical director of the nature of the call.
When a helicopter must land on a grade (uneven ground), you should: A) attempt to approach the aircraft from behind. B) approach the aircraft from the uphill side. C) move the patient to the aircraft as soon as it lands. D) approach the aircraft from the downhill side.
approach the aircraft from the downhill side.
Your unit has been dispatched to stand by at the scene of a structure fire. There are no injuries of which you are aware. Upon arriving at the scene, you should: A) ask the incident commander where the ambulance should be staged. B) park your ambulance behind the incident commander's vehicle. C) contact medical control and apprise him or her of the situation. D) set up a staging area where fire fighters can be treated if necessary.
ask the incident commander where the ambulance should be staged.
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) use a pry bar to attempt to open the door. B) break the window and unlock the door. C) ask the patient if he can unlock the door. D) request the rescue team to extricate him.
ask the patient if he can unlock the door.
Minimum staffing in the patient compartment of a basic life support (BLS) ambulance includes: A) an EMT and an AEMT. B) at least one EMT. C) an EMT and a paramedic. D) at least two EMTs.
at least one EMT.
Minimum staffing in the patient compartment of a basic life support (BLS) ambulance includes: A) at least one EMT. B) at least two EMTs. C) an EMT and a paramedic. D) an EMT and an AEMT.
at least one EMT.
Trench collapses usually involve large areas of falling dirt that weigh approximately _______ per cubic foot. A) 150 lb B) 200 lb C) 100 lb D) 50 lb
100 lb
When parking your ambulance at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you should position the ambulance: A) alongside the scene to rapidly access the patient(s). B) 100′ past the scene on the same side of the road. C) 50′ before the scene on the same side of the road. D) 50′ past the scene on the opposite side of the road.
100′ past the scene on the same side of the road.
Hydroplaning of the ambulance on wet roads would MOST likely occur at speeds of greater than _____ mph. A) 20 B) 30 C) 10 D) 15
30
Portable and mounted suction units must be powerful enough to generate a vacuum of at least ____ mm Hg when the tubing is clamped. A) 200 B) 300 C) 100 D) 400
300
Maintaining a cushion of safety when operating an ambulance means: A) keeping a safe distance between your ambulance and the vehicles in front of you and remaining aware of vehicles potentially hiding in your mirror's blind spots. B) driving at the posted speed limit, regardless of the patient's condition, and routinely using your lights and siren when driving on a freeway. 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) remaining in the far right-hand lane when transporting a critical patient and refraining from passing other motorists on the left side.
keeping a safe distance between your ambulance and the vehicles in front of you and remaining aware of vehicles potentially hiding in your mirror's blind spots.
Common duties and responsibilities of EMS personnel at the scene of a motor vehicle crash include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) assigning all patients a triage category. B) keeping bystanders at a safe distance. C) continual assessment of critical patients. D) preparing all patients for transportation.
keeping bystanders at a safe distance.
Upon returning to your station following a run, you should disinfect the ambulance as needed. Disinfection is MOST accurately defined as: A) removing dirt, dust, blood, or other grossly visible contaminants. B) using heat as a means of removing all microbial contaminants. C) destroying pathogenic agents by using potent disinfection means. D) killing pathogenic agents with a chemical made for that purpose.
killing pathogenic agents with a chemical made for that purpose.
