#1
Which organization is responsible for certifying Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in the United States?
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
ExplanationResponsible for certifying EMTs in the US.
#2
What does the acronym 'BLS' stand for in the context of EMS?
Basic Life Support
ExplanationStands for Basic Life Support.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a heart attack?
Severe headache
ExplanationNot a common heart attack symptom.
#4
Which of the following is a common method used by EMS personnel to open a patient's airway?
Head tilt-chin lift maneuver
ExplanationCommon airway opening technique.
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of an allergic reaction?
Decreased blood pressure
ExplanationCommon symptom of allergic reaction.
#6
What does the acronym 'ALS' stand for in the context of EMS?
Advanced Life Support
ExplanationStands for Advanced Life Support.
#7
What is the highest level of EMS certification in the United States?
Critical Care Paramedic
ExplanationHighest EMS certification level in the US.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of EMS?
Primary care physician services
ExplanationNot a primary function of EMS.
#9
What is the 'Golden Hour' in the context of emergency medical care?
The first hour after a traumatic injury, during which immediate medical treatment is critical
ExplanationCritical first hour after traumatic injury.
#10
In which situation should a tourniquet be applied?
For controlling severe bleeding from a limb
ExplanationApplied to control severe bleeding.
#11
What is the purpose of the 'SAMPLE' history assessment in EMS?
To gather information about the patient's medical history
ExplanationCollects patient's medical history.
#12
Which of the following is a common indication for administering oxygen therapy in EMS?
Hyperventilation
ExplanationIndicated for hyperventilation.
#13
Which of the following is a common medication administered by EMS for the treatment of cardiac arrest?
Epinephrine
ExplanationCommon medication for cardiac arrest.
#14
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in EMS?
To assess a patient's level of consciousness
ExplanationAssesses consciousness level.
#15
What is the purpose of the 'AVPU' scale in EMS?
To assess the patient's level of consciousness
ExplanationAssesses consciousness level.