#1
What does EMS stand for in the context of healthcare?
Emergency Medical Services
Electronic Medical System
Essential Medical Support
Emergency Management System
#2
What does the acronym AED stand for in the context of emergency medical services?
Advanced Emergency Department
Automated External Defibrillator
Acute Emergency Diagnosis
Ambulance Emergency Deployment
#3
What is the role of a medical dispatcher in the EMS system?
Administering medications
Providing on-site care
Coordinating emergency response and guiding callers through pre-arrival instructions
Performing surgical procedures
#4
What does the acronym PPE stand for in the context of EMS?
Personal Protective Equipment
Prehospital Patient Evaluation
Public Patient Engagement
Preventive Pediatric Examination
#5
Which of the following is a primary goal of prehospital care?
Prescribing medications
Providing definitive care
Preventing further injury and managing existing conditions
Conducting laboratory tests
#6
What is the purpose of the 'Golden Hour' in emergency medicine?
The time taken for a patient to reach the hospital
The first hour after sunrise
The critical time period for effective intervention and improved outcomes
The time it takes to stabilize a patient
#7
Which of the following is a common method of airway management in prehospital care?
Endotracheal intubation
Orthopedic surgery
Dental extraction
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
#8
What is the purpose of administering epinephrine in prehospital care?
Pain management
To induce sleep
Allergic reaction treatment
Antibiotic administration
#9
What is the primary purpose of the 'chain of survival' in emergency medical services?
To secure the emergency scene
To ensure effective teamwork
To increase the chances of survival in cardiac arrest cases
To transport patients to the hospital
#10
Which of the following is a common symptom of shock in prehospital care?
Elevated blood pressure
Increased heart rate
Excessive sweating
Clear consciousness
#11
In prehospital care, what does the acronym SAMPLE represent when assessing a patient's history?
Standard Assessment for Medical Provider Learning and Education
Systematic Approach to Medical Problem Learning and Evaluation
Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading to the injury or illness
Structured Approach for Medical Problem Learning and Examination
#12
Which professional is typically the first to arrive at the scene in prehospital emergency care?
Paramedic
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Emergency Nurse
Physician
#13
What is triage in the context of emergency medicine?
A type of emergency vehicle
The process of prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition
A medical device
A specialized medical team
#14
In prehospital trauma care, what does the abbreviation 'ABC' represent?
Ambulance Base Center
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Advanced Body Control
Acute Bleeding Control
#15
Which organization is known for establishing guidelines and protocols for prehospital care?
World Health Organization (WHO)
International Red Cross
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
United Nations (UN)
#16
Which of the following is a common indication for the use of a tourniquet in prehospital care?
Headache
Control of severe bleeding from an extremity
Respiratory distress
Fever
#17
What is the primary purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in prehospital assessment?
Measuring blood pressure
Assessing neurological status
Determining respiratory rate
Measuring body temperature
#18
Which of the following is a common indication for the use of an automatic transport ventilator in prehospital care?
Management of cardiac arrest
Administration of pain medication
Control of bleeding
Ventilation support during transport