#1
What does EMS stand for in the context of healthcare?
Emergency Medical Solutions
Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Management System
Emergency Medicine Specialists
#2
Which of the following is NOT a common role in EMS?
Paramedic
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Radiologist
Dispatcher
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common EMS vehicle type?
Ambulance
Helicopter
Submarine
Fire engine
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of anaphylaxis?
Low blood sugar
Elevated heart rate
High blood pressure
Decreased respiratory rate
#5
What is the primary function of the 'Stretcher' in EMS?
To provide oxygen
To measure vital signs
To transport patients
To administer medications
#6
Which of the following is a common sign of a stroke?
Chest pain
Slurred speech
Rapid breathing
Low blood pressure
#7
What is the primary purpose of Quality Improvement (QI) in EMS?
To reduce costs
To increase response times
To improve patient care
To train EMS providers
#8
Which of the following is a common method used for quality improvement in EMS?
Patient satisfaction surveys
Increasing ambulance speed
Decreasing communication
Ignoring feedback
#9
Which of the following is an essential component of the 'Chain of Survival' in EMS?
Advanced technology
Community education
Delayed response
Disorganized coordination
#10
What is the purpose of the 'Golden Hour' concept in EMS?
To ensure patients arrive within an hour
To initiate treatment within an hour
To provide transport within an hour
To reduce wait times to an hour
#11
What is the primary role of medical directors in EMS?
To drive ambulances
To oversee clinical aspects
To manage administrative tasks
To coordinate dispatching
#12
What is the primary goal of EMS triage?
To provide immediate treatment to all patients
To assess the severity of patients' conditions
To transport patients to the nearest hospital
To administer medication to all patients
#13
In EMS, what does 'PCR' stand for?
Patient Care Record
Post-Crisis Recovery
Paramedic Certification Review
Patient Care Review
#14
What is the main function of the National EMS Information System (NEMSIS)?
To provide EMS certification
To regulate EMS agencies
To standardize data collection
To fund EMS research
#15
Which organization is responsible for accrediting EMS agencies in the United States?
American Medical Association (AMA)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
American Heart Association (AHA)
Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS)
#16
What is the purpose of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) in EMS?
To ensure one-time improvements
To maintain high standards of care over time
To reduce the number of EMS providers
To lower operational costs
#17
Which agency develops the national EMS education standards?
National Institute of Health (NIH)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
#18
Which organization publishes the EMS Scope of Practice model?
American Red Cross
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
American Heart Association
National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians