Emt pulse - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

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 - ANSWER 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. - AN...

EMT Basic Exam 4 Questions and Answers 100% CorrectEMT Basic Exam 4 Questions and Answers 100% CorrectEMT Basic Exam 4 Questions and Answers 100% CorrectEMT Basic Exam 4 Questions and Answers 100% Correct A construction worker has a metal rod impaled in his right forearm. Assessment of the injury indicates heavy bleeding from around the impaled object. What should you do first? - ANSWER-Apply direct pressure around the rod Another crew has called for your assistance in extricating an obese m...

why is 1966 important - DOT charged with devolping EMS standards the white paper was published whats the white paper - accidental death and disabilty the neglected disease of modern society state of emergency care was poor many people died on highways and this was a turning point for ems 4 national levels of EMS providers - emergency medical responder (first responder) emergency medical technician (emt basic) advanced emergency medical technician (emt intermediate) paramedi...

NREMT Practice Exam EMT practice test Questions and Answers 100% Verified 2023/2024 The primary assessment of an adult with chest pain includes: A. Identifying the specific cause of the patient's pain. B. Ensuring the scene is safe. C. Determine the transport priority. D. Reassessing vital signs. - CORRECT ANSWER C. Determine the transport priority. You are caring for a six-year-old patient with respiratory distress. The pulse oximeter reads 93%. Your management of the patient shou...

EMT FISDAP READINESS EXAM 4 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (LATEST 2022/2023). 1. In contrast to the assessment of a trauma patient, assessment of a medical patient almost exclusively focuses on physical signs that indicate the patient is experiencing a problem. is focused on the nature of illness, the patient's chief complaint, and his or her symptoms. requires a thorough head-to-toe exam that involves a detailed assessment of all body systems. is not as complex for the EMT because most patien...

1. Which of the following descriptions MOST accurately portrays emergency medical services (EMS)? A. a vast network of advanced life support (ALS) providers who provide definitive emergency care in the prehospital setting B. a team of health care professionals who are responsible for providing emergency care and transportation to the sick and injured C. a system composed exclusively of emergency medical responders (EMRs) and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who are responsible for prov...

EMT FISDAP FINAL PRACTICE EXAM Questions and Answers (2022/2023) (Verified Answers) A 4-Year-old female tracheostomy pt has pulled out her tracheostomy tube. The opening is partially obstructed with skin. You should A. Use a soft tip catheter and suction until clear B. Insert a nasal airway into stoma C. Wipe the area clean and perform mouth to stoma ventilation D. Cut the skin away from the stoma Use a soft tip catheter and suction until clear To protect yourself from injury when lifti...

EMT final Exam Questions and complete solutions 1155 - a malfunction of the heart's electrical system may result in 1156 - All of the following are indications for the use of nitro EXCEPT *1157 - A 60 y/o female has chest pain. She has not taken her prescribed nitro you should 1268 - You have assisted a 56 y/o pt in taking 1 nitro he continues to complain of CP. Vital signs are: BP 94/64, P 120, R 14, SaO2 98%. You should 1269 - You are transporting a pt with CP, when suddenly sh...

West Coast EMT Block 2 Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass A 30-year-old male was rescued after being lost in the woods for approximately 18 hours. The outside temperature is 30°F (-1°C). He is immediately placed in the warmed ambulance, where you perform a primary assessment. He is unresponsive, pale, and apneic. You should: Select one: A. assess for a carotid pulse for up to 60 seconds. B. apply chemical heat packs to his groin and axillae. C. apply an AED and assess his cardiac rhythm...