#1
Which of the following is NOT a primary assessment step in EMS?
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Disability
#2
Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?
Excessive sweating
Persistent cough
Blurred vision
Skin rash
#3
What is the primary goal of EMS triage?
To provide immediate treatment
To assign patients to appropriate levels of care
To transport patients to the nearest hospital
To stabilize patients at the scene
#4
What does the 'P' stand for in the acronym 'OPQRST' used in patient assessment?
Pallor
Pulse
Provocation
Pain
#5
In EMS, what does 'AVPU' stand for?
Alert, Verbal, Painful, Unconscious
Airway, Ventilation, Pulse, Unconscious
Assessment, Vital signs, Pain management, Unconscious
Awake, Verbal, Painful, Unresponsive
#6
In EMS, what does the 'T' stand for in the acronym 'SAMPLE'?
Triage
Temperature
Time
Treatment
#7
What is the preferred method of assessing a patient's level of consciousness?
Checking pupil size
Asking them to count backwards from 100
Using the AVPU scale
Assessing their pulse rate
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of anaphylaxis?
Hypertension
Bradycardia
Difficulty breathing
Low blood sugar
#9
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a stroke?
Sudden confusion
Facial drooping
Persistent headache
Difficulty speaking
#10
What does the acronym 'ABCDE' stand for in EMS?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
Assessment, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Environment
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Drug administration, Exposure
Assessment, Breathing, Circulation, Drug administration, Evacuation
#11
Which of the following is a common sign of shock in a patient?
Increased heart rate
Elevated blood pressure
Slow breathing
Warm, dry skin
#12
What is the primary purpose of splinting in EMS?
To stabilize fractures
To provide warmth
To prevent infection
To relieve pain
#13
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Fruity breath odor
Hyperglycemia
Bradycardia
Ketones in urine
#14
What is the primary objective of the 'RICE' method in EMS?
Reducing inflammation
Restoring blood flow
Repositioning fractures
Rehydrating the patient
#15
What is the primary treatment for a patient with heat stroke?
Applying ice packs
Providing warm fluids
Removing excess clothing
Administering aspirin
#16
What is the primary purpose of the 'Glasgow Coma Scale'?
To assess motor skills
To measure blood pressure
To evaluate level of consciousness
To determine oxygen saturation
#17
What does the 'FAST' acronym stand for in the context of stroke assessment?
Finger dexterity, Assessment, Speech, Timing
Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, Time
First aid, Assessment, Stabilization, Transportation
Fever, Abdominal pain, Shortness of breath, Tremors
#18
What is the primary treatment for a patient experiencing a seizure?
Restrain the patient
Administer sedatives
Protect the patient from injury
Administer aspirin
#19
What is the first step in treating a patient with severe bleeding?
Applying pressure to the wound
Elevating the wound above the heart
Administering pain medication
Applying ice packs to the wound
#20
What is the correct sequence of steps in CPR?
Compressions, Airway, Breathing
Breathing, Airway, Compressions
Airway, Compressions, Breathing
Compressions, Breathing, Airway
#21
Which of the following is a common indicator of respiratory distress in a patient?
Rapid breathing
Hypertension
Low oxygen saturation
Decreased heart rate
#22
What is the primary goal of administering epinephrine in an anaphylactic reaction?
Relieve itching
Stabilize blood pressure
Open airways
Reduce swelling
#23
Which of the following is a common symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Rapid pulse
Flushed skin
Headache
High blood pressure
#24
Which of the following is a typical symptom of a tension pneumothorax?
Hyperresonance on percussion
Diminished breath sounds
Chest pain worsened by breathing
Hypotension
#25
Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'Rule of Nines' in assessing burns?
Upper limbs
Head and neck
Lower back
Groin