Emt exam 1 stuvia 2023 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The role of the EMS Provider is to do all of the following EXCEPT: Perform Primary Assessment Provide initial resuscitation Provide definitive diagnosis Package patients for transportation - ANSWER Provide definitive diagnosis In what portion should an unconscious overdose patient be transported to a hospital? On his/her, with feet elevated On his/her side Seated, with head tilted back and legs elevated Face down, with head elevated - ANSWER On his/her side Which of the followi...

EMT's should wear high-effienciency particulate air (HEPA) respirators when they are in contact with patient who have which of the following? A) HIV or AIDS. B) Tuberculosis. C) Open wounds. D) Hepatitis B - ANSWER B You are called to assist a 60-year-old female who complains of a severe headache. Upon entering the home, you smell a strong odor of natural gas. What is your first action? A) Check the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation. B) Insert a nasopharyngeal airway and asses vi...

During the scene size-up, you should routinely determine all of the following, EXCEPT: A) the mechanism of injury or nature of illness. B) the ratio of pediatric patients to adult patients. C) whether or not additional resources are needed. D) if there are any hazards that will jeopardize safety. - ANSWER Answer: B Rationale: Components of the scene size-up—after taking standard precautions—include determining if the scene is safe for entry, determining the mechanism of injury or nat...

B - ANSWER EMTs should wear high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) respirators when they are in contact with patients who have which of the following? A) HIV or AIDS B) Tuberculosis (TB) C) Open wounds D) Hepatitis B C - ANSWER In which of these situations should you wear a gown over your uniform? A) A 55-year-old-male is suspected of having a myocardial infarction. B) The victim of a fall has no obvious wounds but is still unresponsive. C) A full-term pregnant woman is experiencing cr...

Which of the following scenarios MOST accurately depicts abandonment? a. An AEMT transfers patient care to a paramedic. b. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT. c. A physician assumes patient care from an EMT. d. An EMT give a verbal report to an emergency room nurse. - b. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT Which of the following statements regarding the heart is correct? a. The heart is under the control of the autonomic nervous system. b. The heart can t...

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American Heart Association protocols are based on __________. Select one: A. theories ready for field trial B. trends in the EMS community C. opinions from a core group of cardiologists D. evidence-based research - ANSWERS D. evidence-based research As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on: Select one: A. medical director approval. B. the patient's condition. C. an order from a paramedic. D. the transport time to the hospital. - A...

What is PPE? - ANSWER Personal Protective Equipment If blood or body fluid is present and is subject to "splashing", what type of PPE should you wear? - ANSWER Gloves, a standard surgical mask, eye protection, and gown If large amounts of body fluids are present, what should you do? - ANSWER Wear a gown and double gloves What are three things that you should always do to protect yourself from disease transmission? - ANSWER Wear vinyl or letex gloves, assume every patient is potentiall...