Emergency Medical Services and Patient Care Quiz

Explore key topics in EMS with 15 questions. Assess your skills in CPR, medication administration, and emergency response scenarios.

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What is the first step in assessing a patient's condition?

Administering medication

Checking vital signs

Asking about medical history

Assessing airway

Which of the following is NOT a basic component of CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)?

Compression

Defibrillation

Airway

Breathing

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?

Chest pain or discomfort

Shortness of breath

Profuse sweating

Increased appetite

What does the acronym AED stand for in the context of emergency medical care?

Automated External Defibrillator

Advanced Emergency Department

Advanced Emergency Dispatch

Automated Emergency Device

What is the recommended ratio of compressions to breaths in adult CPR?

15 compressions to 1 breath

30 compressions to 2 breaths

5 compressions to 1 breath

10 compressions to 1 breath

What is the most common route for administering medication in emergency situations?

Subcutaneous

Intramuscular

Oral

Intravenous

In the context of emergency care, what does the acronym ABC stand for?

Assessment, Breathing, Circulation

Airway, Breathing, Compression

Alertness, Breathing, Comprehension

Assessment, Blood Pressure, Compression

Which of the following is a symptom of shock?

Low blood pressure

High heart rate

Elevated body temperature

Clear and calm skin

What is the primary role of an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) at the scene of an accident?

Administering medication

Providing psychological counseling

Assessing and stabilizing patients

Directing traffic

#10

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

Sudden confusion or trouble speaking

Severe headache with no known cause

Loss of consciousness

Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg

#11

What is the appropriate action to take if a patient is experiencing an allergic reaction?

Administer an antibiotic

Administer an antihistamine

Administer an opioid

Administer a steroid

#12

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale?

To measure blood pressure

To assess neurological status

To evaluate respiratory function

To determine blood glucose levels

#13

Which of the following is a characteristic of a tension pneumothorax?

Low heart rate

Hyperresonance on percussion

Decreased breath sounds on affected side

Decreased jugular venous pressure

#14

What is the first step in managing a patient with severe bleeding?

Applying pressure to the wound

Elevating the injured limb

Administering pain medication

Assessing the airway

#15

What is the appropriate treatment for a patient experiencing a seizure?

Placing a stick between the teeth to prevent tongue biting

Holding the patient down to prevent movement

Administering a sedative immediately

Protecting the patient from injury by removing nearby objects and ensuring a clear space