Exam 1 : Chapters 1-8
what is the normal pulse rate for an infant
100-160 beats per minute
Today's EMS providers are trained according to the __________. 2010 Federal EMS Provider Standards 1995 U.S. DOT Guidelines 2009 National EMS Education Standards 1999 National EMS Curriculum
2009 National EMS Education Standards
The air you breathe is ____ oxygen, and the air you exhale is _____ oxygen.
21%, 16%
With proper technique, you and your partner should be able to safely lift a patient who weighs up to ______ lb.
220
the pulse rate of a child ages 6-12 years old is approximately
70-120 bpm
at present, the average life expectancy is ______ years, while the maximum life expectancy is estimated at _____ years
78, 120
When relaying patient information via radio, communications should be:
Brief and easily understood
You suspect that a pregnant 16-year-old girl has a broken leg after she was hit by a car. You explain that you plan to splint her leg, and she agrees to treatment. Which type of consent is her agreement considered?A. InformedB. Minor'sC. ExpressedD. Implied
C. Expressed
You and your partner are attempting to resuscitate a middle-aged female in cardiac arrest. Because of the remote location you are in, you are unable to contact medical control. What should you do?
Follow locally established protocols or standing orders
a patient is in a semireclined position with the head elevated ti facilitate breathing is the _____ position
Fowler
The official transfer of patient care does not occur until the EMT:
Gives an oral report to the emergency room physician or nurse
What is the minimum infection control precautions for all patient contact situations? Gloves, eye protection, and HEPA mask Gloves only Gloves and HEPA mask Gloves and eye protection
Gloves and eye protection
Which of the following has the weakest transmission signal and, as a result, is LEAST likely to be heard by the party being called?
Hand-held portable radio
Which of the following precautions can always be taken by an EMT to reduce the risk of becoming ill? Using a self-contained breathing apparatus Avoiding contact with contaminated patients Getting immunized against all communicable diseases Handwashing, with or without water
Handwashing, with or without water
You are transporting a 54-year-old male in cardiac arrest. An EMR is driving the ambulance as you and your partner attempt to resuscitate the patient. What is the MOST logical way of notifying the hospital?
Have the driver contact dispatch and relay the patient information to the hospital
When obtaining patient care orders from a physician via a two-way radio, it is MOST important to remember that:
His or her instructions are based on the information you provide
Which of the following statements regarding a "dedicated line" is MOST correct?
It is a constantly open line of communication that cannot be accessed by outside users
Your patient is refusing care. Which of the following should you do first? Let him know what your concerns are Get the patient to sign his refusal Have the patient call his physicians Advise the patient he could die
Let him know what your concerns are
Which of the following can help improve the quality of sleep? Varying your sleep cycle Frequent use of alcohol Reducing exercise levels Limiting caffeine intake
Limiting caffeine intake
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?
Maintaining communications equipment on the ambulance
When communicating with an older patient, it is important to remember that
Most older people think clearly and are capable of answering questions
Which of the following is the EMT required to wear when treating patients with suspected tuberculosis? Surgical mask N95 Mask Self-contained breathing apparatus Face shield
N95 Mask
When providing a patient report via radio, you should protect the patient's privacy by:
Not disclosing his or her name
What agency is responsible for enforcement of safety guidelines in the workplace? OSHA ENHTSA NREMT CDC
OSHA
Doing what is best for the patient is known as ________. patient advocacy duty to act standard of care scope of practice' (Chapter 1)
Patient advocacy
Which of the following is an advantage of enhanced 9-1-1 systems over regular 9-1-1 systems? Simultaneous dispatch with law enforcement Assistance from a trained dispatcher Improved response times Potential use of GPS technology
Potential use of GPS technology
Dressing and acting properly while on duty are examples of ________. professional attributes legal obligations contractual duties professional diplomacy (Chapter 1)
Professional attributes
Which of the following is a nationally recognized component of an EMS system? Containment of hazardous materials Swift water rescue Public education Containment of a crime scene
Public education
After receiving online orders from medical control to perform a patient care intervention, you should:
Repeat the order to medical control word for word
A ___________ receives messages and signals on one frequency and then automatically retransmits them on a second frequency.
Repeater
As you are wheeling your patient through the emergency department doors, you receive another call for a major motor vehicle crash. You should:
Respond only after giving a verbal patient report to a nurse or physician
What type of communications equipment functions as a radio receiver and searches across several frequencies?
Scanner
You could be sued for ___________ if your radio report to the hospital describes the patient in a manner that injures his or her reputation.
Slander
Which of the following statements regarding standing orders is MOST correct?
Standing orders should be followed when physician contact is not possible
Which of the following statements regarding communication with a child is MOST correct?
Standing over a child often increases his or her level of anxiety
Which of the following statements regarding tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap) immunizations is correct? Td boosters are recommended annually Td boosters are recommended every 5 years Td boosters are recommended every 10 years Td boosters are only needed once
Td boosters are recommended every 10 years
Which of the following is published by the U.S. DOT and provides guidance for hazardous materials incidents? The Emergency Response Guidebook The Haz-Mat Reference Manual The Medical Emergency Field Guide The Material Safety Data Sheet
The Emergency Response Guidebook
After being dispatched on an emergency call, you should expect the dispatcher to provide you with all of the following information, EXCEPT:
The general geographic location of the incident
Typical components of an oral patient report include all of the following, EXCEPT:
The set of baseline vital signs taken at the scene
you are transporting a 26 year old female patient who is 7 months pregnant. the PCR indicates that the patient is primigravida. The prefix in this term indicates that the patient is
pregnant for the first time
A proactive approach to public health focuses on _________, prevention of injury and illness decreasing response times to emergencies maintaining skills proficiency of EMS providers tracking outcomes of seriously injured patients
prevention of injury and illness
WBC, which are also called leukocytes, function by
protecting the body from infection
An infant or small toddler would MOST likely gain trust in an individual who:
provides an organized, routine environment
Roles and Responsibilities of the EMT include_________. talking nonurgent patients out of using an ambulance refusing care for verbally abusive patient assisting law enforcement during tactical situations providing on-scene leadership
providing on-scene leadership
which of the following arteries does NOT carry highly oxygenated blood - aorta - renal - pulmonary -femoral
pulmonary
which of the following conditions would effect the Q portion of the V/Q ratio pulmonary edema airway obstruction pulmonary embolism slow, shallow breathing
pulmonary embolism
Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring quality control for all EMTs at an EMS agency? The Chief Executive The EMS officer The medical director The senior EMT
the medical director
Infants often fall head first because ___________.
their head is large and heavy in proportion to their body
EMRs such as fire fighters, law enforcement officers, and park rangers, are an integral part of the EMS system because: they are usually trained to assist paramedics with certain procedures they often arrive at the scene before the ambulance and EMTs the average response time for the EMT crew is approximately 15 minutes they can initiate certain ALS procedures before EMS arrival
they often arrive at the scene before the ambulance and EMTs
Abnormalities in metabolism are most likely caused by dysfunction of the:
thyroid gland
which of the following regarding toddler's and preschoolers is correct?
toddlers and preschoolers commonly experience upper-respiratory infections because of the loss of passive immunity
skeletal muscle is also called
voluntary muscles
which of the following is a function of the upper airway? a) relaxes smooth muscle in the bronchioles b) exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide c) creates sound from vocal chord dilation d) warms and humidifies inhaled air
warms and humidifies inhaled air
which of the following roots can mean white?
"leuk/o" and "alb"
A 60-year-old man complains of chest pain. He is conscious and alert and denies shortness of breath. Which of the following questions would be the MOST appropriate to ask him?
"Do you have any heart problems or take any medications?"
Which of the following statements is NOT appropriate to document in the narrative section of a PCR?
"General impression revealed that the patient was intoxicated."
You are interviewing a 52-year-old man who complains of chest discomfort. The patient is a retired paramedic and is very anxious because he thinks he is having a heart attack. Which of the following statements would be appropriate to say?
"It is possible that you are experiencing a heart attack. I am going to give you four baby aspirin to chew and swallow."
Which of the following statements regarding a patient refusal is MOST correct?
A mentally competent adult has the legal right to refuse EMS care and transport
Information included in a radio report to the receiving hospital should include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A preliminary diagnosis of the patient's problem
Which of the following MOST accurately defines negligence?A. Deviation from the standard of care that may result in further injury.B. Providing care that is consistent with care provided by other EMTs.C. Transport of a mentally incompetent patient against his or her will.D. Transferring patient care to a provider with a lower level of training.
A. Deviation from the standard of care that may result in further injury.
Which aspect of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) MOST affects EMS personnel? A. Protecting patient privacy B. Preventing insurance fraud C. Controlling insurance costs D. Ensuring access to insurance
A. Protecting patient privacy
During your assessment of a 20-year-old man with a severe headache and nausea, you ask him when his headache began, but he does not answer your question immediately. You should:
Allow him time to think about the question and respond to it
You are called to attend to an elderly patient with an extensive medical history who is now in cardiac arrest. The patient's family tells you that the patient has a DNR order. There is no paperwork available but the patient does have a MedicAlert bracelet indicating Do Not Resuscitate. You should: A. confirm the patient identity and them confirm the DNR by calling the MedicAlert. B. initiate resuscitation in the absence of paperwork. C. confirm the patient's identity and honor the DNR order. D. transport with minimal care.
A. confirm the patient's identity and then confirm the DNR by calling the MedicAlert.
When performing his or her duties, the EMT is generally expected to:A. exercise reasonable care and act prudently.B. consistently exceed the standard of care.C. contact medical control on every EMS call.D. function above his or her scope of practice.
A. exercise reasonable care and act prudently.
In the eyes of the courts, an incomplete or untidy patient care form indicates:A. inadequate patient care was administered.B. thorough documentation was not required.C. the EMT was too busy providing patient care to fill out the form.D. potential falsification of the patient care form.
A. inadequate patient care was administered.
In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for the purpose of consenting to or refusing medical treatment if the minor:A. is self-supporting and lives by him-or herself.B. has a poor relationship with his or her parents.C. is mentally competent and able to refuse.D. possesses a valid driver's license.
A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
One of the most important recent advances in prehospital emergency care is the _______. AED small-volume nebulizer auto-injector pneumatic stretcher C1
AED
Why are prehospital emergency care guidelines updated on a regular basis? Statistical data indicate that an increasing number of people are being diagnosed with a particular illness EMS providers should be encouraged to actively participate in research and become familiar with data analysis Additional information and evidence indicate that the effectiveness of certain interventions has changed The federal government requires that changes be made to existing emergency care protocols at least every 5 years
Additional information and evidence indicate that the effectiveness of certain interventions has changed
Which of the following has training in limited advanced life support skills, such as IV therapy? Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Advanced EMT (AEMT) Paramedic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Advanced EMT (AEMT)
Medical control gives you an order that seems inappropriate for the patient's condition. After confirming that you heard the physician correctly, you should:
Advise the physician that the order is unclear and ask for clarification
Which of the following errors is an example of knowledge-based failure? An EMT gives the correct drug to a patient, although his protocols clearly state he is not authorized to do so. Due to an improperly applied cervical collar, a patient's spinal injury is aggravated and he is permanently disabled. A patient is given nitroglycerin by an EMT who did not obtain proper authorization from medical control first An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not know the pertinent information about the drug C1
An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not know the pertinent information about the drug
A patient's refusal for EMS treatment and/or transport must be:
An informed refusal
You are assessing a 75-year-old woman with mild shortness of breath. As you are asking her questions regarding her chief complaint and medical history, you progressively move closer and closer to her. In doing this, it is important to remember that:
As you physically get closer to the patient, a greater and greater sense of trust must be established
Despite numerous, sincere efforts to convince a 40-year-old man to consent to EMS treatment and transport, he refuses. After explaining the potential consequences of his refusal and determining that he has decision-making capacity, you ask him to sign an EMS refusal form, but he refuses to do that as well. You should:
Ask a family member, law enforcement officer, or bystander to sign the form verifying that the patient refused to sign
Which of the following scenarios MOST accurately depicts abandonment?A. An EMT gives a verbal report to an emergency room nurse.B. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT.C. An AEMT transfers patient care to a paramedic.D. A physician assumes patient care from an EMT.
B. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT.
Which of the following situations requires you to notify the appropriate authorities?A. Drug overdoseB. Attempted suicideC. Cardiac arrestD. Accidental knife wound
B. Attempted suicide
The EMT's scope of practice within his or her local response area is defined by the:A. state EMS officeB. medical directorC. local health districtD. EMS supervisor
B. medical director
When caring for a 65-year-old male with respiratory distress, you place him in a comfortable position but do not apply oxygen. The patient's condition continues to deteriorate and he develops cardiac arrest and dies at the hospital. This scenario is an example of:A. abandonmentB. neglegenceC. assaultD. battery
B. neglegence
To minimize the risk of litigation, the EMT should:A. always transport patients to the hospital of their choice.B. provide competent care that meets current standards.C. use universal precautions with every patient encounter.D. utilize at least four personnel when moving a patient.
B. provide competent care that meets current standards.
Any radio hardware containing a transmitter and receiver that is located in a fixed location is called a:
Base station
Which of the following patients has decision-making capacity and can legally refuse emergency medical treatment?A. A man who is staggering and states that he had three beers.B. A confused young male who says he is the president.C. A conscious and alert woman with severe abdominal pain.D. A diabetic woman who has slurred speech and is not aware of the date.
C. A conscious and alert woman with severe abdominal pain.
In which of the following circumstances can the EMT legally release confidential information?A. A police officer requests a copy to place on file.B. The family requests a copy for insurance purposes.C. The patient is competent and signs a release form.D. A media representative inquires about the patient.
C. The patient is competent and signs a release form.
When is forcible restraint permitted? A. Only if law enforcement personnel have witnessed threatening behavior. B. Only if consent to restrain is given by a family member. C. When the patient poses a significant threat to self or others. D. Anytime that the EMT feels threatened.
C. When the patient poses a significant threat to self or others.
A patient regains consciousness en route from his office to the emergency department. The patient tells you that he feels fine and does not want to go to the hospital. Under these circumstances, you should:A. document the patient's request but continue to transport him.B. have the patient sign a refusal form and return him to his office.C. assess whether the patient's mental condition is impaired.D. request that the police place that patient under protective custody.
C. assess whether the patient's mental condition is impaired.
Putrefaction is defined as:A. separation of the torso from the rest of the body.B. profound cyanosis to the trunk and face.C. decomposition of the body's tissues.D. blood settling to the lowest point of the body.
C. decomposition of the body's tissues.
When you begin an oral report, you should state the patient's age, sex, and:
Chief complaint
You are treating a man who was assaulted and has a closed head injury. The patient, who has slurred speech, becomes verbally abusive and tells you to leave him alone. You should:A. ask a police officer to transport the patient to the hospital.B. allow the patient to refuse treatment because the injury was not his fault.C. proceed with treatment and utilize law enforcement for assistance if necessary.D. have the police arrest the patient so that you can legally begin treatment.
C. proceed with treatment and utilize law enforcement for assistance if necessary.
Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention strategy? Community awareness programs that emphasize the dangers of drinking and driving The construction of a guardrail on a dangerous curve following a fatal motor vehicle crash Protecting a patient's spine from further injury after a fall from a significant height Teaching a group of new parents how to perform one and two- rescuer infant CPR C1
Community awareness programs that emphasize the dangers of drinking and driving
Your EMS system uses a computerized PCR in which you fill in the information electronically and then send it to the emergency department via a secure Internet server. The PCR has a comprehensive series of drop-down boxes, which are used to identify your assessment findings and specify the treatment that you provided; it also has a section for your narrative. When completing your PCR after a call, you should:
Complete a thorough and accurate narrative because drop-down boxes cannot provide all of the information that needs to be documented
Immediately after being dispatched to a residence for an elderly patient with diabetic complications, you should:
Confirm with dispatch that you received the call information
A 4-year-old boy had an apparent seizure. He is conscious and calm and is sitting on his mother's lap. His father is sitting in a nearby chair. The child's mother suddenly begins crying uncontrollably, which causes the child to start crying. You should:
Consider asking the father to hold the child so you can assess him while your partner tries to calm the mother
The patient care report (PCR) ensures:
Continuity of care
employee assistance programs (EAPs) provide ________. immunizations counseling services physical exams drug testing
counseling services
Which of the following general statements regarding consent is correct?A. All patients older than 18 years can legally refuse treatment or transport.B. Patients who are intoxicated are generally allowed to refuse treatment.C. Expressed consent is valid only if given in writing by a family member.D. A patient can consent to transport but can legally refuse to be treated.
D. A patient can consent to transport but can legally refuse to be treated.
To help protect patients, EMS agencies are required to have ________. A. an anonymous reporting system B. online access to patient records C. public forums with their medical director D. a privacy officer to answer questions
D. a privacy officer to answer questions
a firm cartilaginous ring that forms the inferior portion of the larynx is called the
cricoid cartilage
When communicating with a visually impaired patient, you shoul
Determine the degree of the patient's impairment
During the alert and dispatch phase of EMS communications, the dispatcher's responsibilities include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Discouraging the caller from providing care until the EMS unit arrives
You are dispatched to the residence of an Asian family for a child with a high fever. When you assess the child, you note that he has numerous red marks on his back. The child's parents explain that these marks represent coining—a traditional Asian healing practice in which hot coins are rubbed on the back. You should:
Document this on your patient care report and advise the emergency department staff of what the child's parents told you
After delivering your patient to the hospital, you sit down to complete the PCR. When documenting the patient's last blood pressure reading, you inadvertently write 120/60 instead of 130/70. To correct this mistake, you should:
Draw a single horizontal line through the error, initial it, and write the correct data next to it
Which of the following can help reduce stress levels Exercise Drinking Coffee Taking on extra shifts Limiting sleep during the day
Exercise
You and your partner are dispatched to a residence for an "ill person." When you arrive, you find that the patient, a 44-year-old man, does not speak English. There are no relatives or bystanders present who can act as an interpreter. You should:
Use short, simple questions and point to specific parts of your body to try to determine the source of the patient's complaint
While at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you determine that there are two critically injured patients and that another ambulance is needed. You attempt to contact the dispatcher with your portable radio but are unsuccessful. You should:
Use the mobile radio in the ambulance to contact dispatch
When communicating information over the radio, you should
Use the words "affirmative" and "negative" instead of "yes" or "no."
General guidelines for effective radio communications include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Using 10 codes to ensure radio traffic confidentiality
EMS, as we know it today, has its origins in the 1966 __________. White Paper Red Report EMS Chronicles Prehospital Roundtable
White Paper
Which of the following is required to work as an EMT? Advanced training in hazardous materials A human anatomy and physiology course an associates degree a current basic life support/CPR credential
a current basic life support/CPR credential
When using a body drag to pull a patient who is on the ground, you should a) kneel to minimize the distance that you will have to lean over b) extend your elbows as far beyond your anterior torso as possible c) bend your back laterally to max your amount of pulling power d) avoid situations involving strenuous effort lasting more than 5 minutes
a) kneel to minimize the distance that you will have to lean over
A critical aspect of the rapid extrication technique is to a) maintain stabilization of the spine at all times b) move the patient as quickly as you possibly can c)extricate the patient with one coordinated move d) apply a vest-style device before moving the patient
a) maintain stabilization of the spine at all times
a folding or portable stretcher is MOST beneficial when: a) second patient must be transported on the squad bench of the ambulance b) an injured patient cannot be placed on a long board due to severe back pain c) a conscious, alert patient must be carried down several flights of steep stairs d) a patient requires full spinal immobilization when spinal injury is suspected
a) second patient must be transported on the squad bench of the ambulance
which of the following statements regarding the neonatal isolette is correct? a) the isolette serves to keep the neonate warm and protects him or her from excess handling b) a freestanding isolette should be used, not one that is secured to the stretcher c) the safest type of isolette is one that takes the place of the ambulance stretcher d) if an isolette is not available, the neonate can safely be transported on the stretcher
a) the isolette serves to keep the neonate warm and protects him or her from excess handling
which of the following statements regarding the kidneys is correct? a) the kidneys eliminate toxic waste products from the body and control the body's fluid balance b) both kidneys are located in the anterior abdominal cavity and lie in between the liver and the spleen c) because the kidneys require little oxygen, only 5% of the body's blood volume passes through each minute d) a series of small blood vessels attach the kidneys to the superior vena cava and renal arteries
a) the kidneys eliminate toxic waste products from the body and control the body's fluid balance
Movement or motion away from the body's midline is called:
abduction
High-risk behaviors usually peak during ________.
adolescence
secondary sexual development occurs during ________
adolescence
When does acute stress occur? during a stressful event after a stressful event between stressful situations after prolonged exposure to stress
after a stressful event
When dealing with the family of the child that has just died. you should ______. let the family know the child is at peace now isolate the child until the coroner arrives allow the loved ones to be with the child if possible ask the family to sign that they witnessed the death
allow the loved ones to be with the child if possible
which of the following is an anatomic difference between children and adults?
an infants tongue is proportionately larger than an adults
Ethnocentrism is defined as: A. subconsciously forcing your cultural values onto a patient because you feel that your own values are more acceptable. B. suspecting that a person has an ulterior motive based on the tone of his or her voice when answering a questions. C. considering your own cultural values to be more important when interacting with people of a different culture. D. understanding that people from different cultural backgrounds respond to pain and stress differently.
answering a questions. C. considering your own cultural values to be more important when interacting with people of a different culture.
"adeno" in the woord adenectomy means
gland
the kidneys and pancreas are called retroperitoneal organs because they
are located behind the abdominal cavity
Arterio in the word arteriosclerosis means
artery
which of the following statements regarding anaerobic metabolism is correct? a) anaerobic metabolism can be supported in most of the body's cells for up to 10 minutes b) anaerobic metabolism produces lactic acid and occurs when cellular oxygen is limited c) the body functions optimally and produces maximum ATP during anaerobic metabolism d) without anaerobic metabolism, perfusion to the body would suffer and cellular death would occur
b) anaerobic metabolism produces lactic acid and occurs when cellular oxygen is limited
a 56 year old female is found supine in a narrow hallway of her mobile home. She complains of severe weakness and dizziness and states that she is unable to walk. There is no evidence of trauma and the patient states that she did not fall. How should you and your partner move this patient to a more spacious area? a) direct carry b) extremity lift c) scoop stretcher d) emergency move
b) extremity lift
In which of the following situations is an emergency patient move indicated? a) a patient has an altered mental status or is in shock b_ the EMT is unable to protect the patient from scene hazards c) the EMT has to gain access to less injured patients in a vehicle d) a significant mechanism of injury is envolved
b_ the EMT is unable to protect the patient from scene hazards
the branch of medicine concerned with the management of obesity and allied diseases is
bariatrics
the MOST appropriate carrying device to use when moving a patient across rough or uneven terrain is the :
basket stretcher
An increase in heart rate and contractility occurs due to stimulation of:
beta-1 receptors
"encephalo" in the word encephalitis means
brain
Age-related shrinkage of the brain increases the risk of ___________.
brain injuy
the autonomic nervous system controls all of the following functions, except a) digestion b) breathing c) breath holding d) vasodilation
breath holding
which of the following situations would require an urgent patient move? a) conscious patient with abrasions and a possible fractured humerus b) imminent risk of a fire or explosion in or near the patient's vehicle c) semiconscious patient with shallow respirations and signs of shock d) stable patient who is blocking access to a critically injured patient
c) semiconscious patient with shallow respirations and signs of shock
you are attending to a 3 year old female who fell off her bicycle and struck her head on the curb. The patient is alert and crying. When you attempt to immobilize her on the backboard, she becomes very upset and agitated. The most suitable alternative to the backboard is to: a) utilize a short backboard b) utilize a basket stretcher c) utilize a vacuum mattress d) utilize a flexible stretcher
c) utilize a vacuum mattress
The suffix "-ectomy" means: a) tumor b. inflammation c. surgical removal of d. pertaining to
c. surgical removal of
a person's bones will become brittle if he or she is deficient in
calcium
which of the following statements regarding middle adults is correct?
cardiovascular health becomes an issue in this age group, as does the greater incidence of cancer
which three bones make up the shoulder girdle
clavicle, scapula, humerus
Empathy requires the EMT to ___________. agree with the patient consider the needs of others share similar experiences disregard emotions while working
consider the needs of others
general guidelines for carrying a patient on a stretcher include
constant communication with your partners
you and your partner respond to the scene of a 49 ya male with acute abdominal pain. As you enter his residence, you find him lying on the floor in severe pain. He is conscious and alert. The patient appears to weigh in excess of 350 lbs. Your FIRST action should be a) request the fire department if one attempt to move him fails b) encourage the patient to walk himself to the awaiting ambulance c) assess him and then move him to the stretcher with a direct carry d) request additional personnel before making any attempts to lift him
d) request additional personnel before making any attempts to lift him
which of the following is not a part of the life cycle of sperm?
deposited by the seminal vesicles
a fracture of the humerus just above the elbow would be described as a) distal humerus fracture b) proximal elbow fracture c)distal forearm fracture d) proximal humerus fracture
distal humerus fracture
Common sources of stress for EMTs include _________. writing an accurate patient care report disturbing sights, smells, and sounds physical injury testifying in court
disturbing sights, smells, and sounds
Breathing is often more difficult in older adults because the:
elasticity of the lungs decreases
Prior to applying medical restraints to a combative patient, you should:
evaluate the patient for potentially correctible causes of combativeness such as head injury, hypoxia, or hypoglycemia
the prefixes meaning "half" include
hemi-, semi-
You suspect that a 75-year-old man has internal injuries after he fell and struck his ribs and abdomen on the corner of a table. When assessing and treating an injured patient of this age, you must recall that:
his ability to physiologically compensate for his injury may be impaired due to inability to increase cardiac output
The __________ deals with the well-being of the EMT, career progression, and EMT compensation. human resources department office of the medical director EMS administrator or chief local public health dept
human resources department
Children from 1 month to 1 year of age are called ________.
infant
the topographic term used to describe the parts of the body that are nearer to the feet
inferior
Confined-space fires present a high risk of _________. inhalation injury eye injury electrical injury barotrauma
inhalation injury
which of the following statements regardingAGE-RELATED changes in the nervous system is correct
interconnections between brain cells often prevent a loss of knowledge or skill, despite loss of neurons
Which of the following statements is true regarding the powerlift?
it is the safest and most powerful method of lifting a patient
which carrying a patiet o a backboard up or down stairs
keep the head elevated
the FIRST rule of safe lifting is
keep your back in a straight, vertical position.
Which of the following is a common characteristic of mental health problems? trouble sleeping intermittent sadness lack of impulse control forgetfulness
lack of impulse control
"Hepato" in the word hepatitis means
liver
the prefix "multi-" means
many
which of the following is not a facial bone a) mastoid b) maxilla c) mandible d)zygoma
mastiod
The _______ plane separates the body into left and right halves
midsaggital
Which of the following is the most common type of high-risk call EMS providers respond to? Domestic terrorism Hostage situations mass-casualty incidents motor vehicle accidents
motor vehicle accidents
"rhino" in the word rhinorrhea means
nose
which of the following most accurately describes the correct position of the EMTs who are executing the diamond carry technique
one at the head, one at the feet, and one on each side of the table
a patient with a pneumothorax has unilateral chest expansion. This means that
only one side of his chest rises when he inhales
you are transporting a 30 year-old female patient with a decreased level of consciousness. The patient care report includes the abbreviation OBS in the patient's past medical history. Based on this information, you may conclude the patient has a history of
organic brain syndrome
When dealing with the confused patient, you should________. avoid providing any detailed information orient the patient often tell the patient to sit quietly advise the patient he cannot refuse treatment
orient the patient often
a young male jumped from a tree and landed feet first. Which aspect of his body has sustained the initial injury
plantar
which of the following anatomic terms is synonymous wit the word dorsal?
posterior
If a defibrillator manufacturer claims that its device terminates ventricular fibrillation on the first shock 95% of the time, you should: C1
recognize that this does not mean the device will save more lives
Many effects of aging can be diminished by ___________.
regular exercise
If you feel you have been harassed at work, you should first ____. consult an attorney report it to a supervisor contact the media wait to see if it happens again
report it to a supervisor
_____ is a critical stage in development of conscience-based decision making
school age
the cervical spine is composed of ___ vertebrae
seven
you are transporting a 34-year old male who is unresponsive and his PCR includes the abbreviation BS. based on the information, the PCR
should define the abbreviation to ensure clarity
When a person is standing upright, the weight of anything being lifted and carried in the hands is FIRST reflected onto the:
shoulder girdle
In contrast to secure attachment, anxious-avoidant attachment occurs when a child:
shows little emotional response to a parent or caregiver following repeated rejection
Two-way communication that requires the EMT to "push to talk" and "release to listen" describes what mode of communication?
simplex
By definition, pandemic illnesses have ______________. difficulty spreading from person to person created panic in the public been eliminated in the USA spread throughout the world
spread throughout the world
Physiological signs of stress include ____________. tensed muscles difficulty concentrating indecisiveness anxiety
tensed muscles
Denial, anger, and bargaining are stages of _________. the grieving process critical incident stress management cumulative stress defusing sessions
the grieving process