Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma Care Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a common EMS provider?

Paramedic

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Surgeon

First Responder

What does 'ABC' stand for in trauma care?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

Accident, Bleeding, Compression

Assessment, Bandage, Control

Aid, Bandage, Clean

What does the acronym 'ALS' stand for in EMS?

Advanced Life Support

Ambulance Life Services

Acute Lung Syndrome

Automated Life Support

Which of the following is a common symptom of hypovolemic shock?

Low blood pressure

High heart rate

Rapid breathing

All of the above

What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in CPR for adults?

15 compressions to 2 breaths

30 compressions to 2 breaths

30 compressions to 1 breath

15 compressions to 1 breath

Which of the following is a common sign of tension pneumothorax?

Bradycardia

Hypertension

Tracheal deviation

Decreased respiratory rate

Which of the following is a common method of immobilization for a suspected spinal injury?

Traction splint

Knee immobilizer

Cervical collar

Sling and swathe

What does the 'Golden Hour' refer to in trauma care?

The first hour after a traumatic injury, considered critical for successful treatment

The time taken for EMS to arrive at the scene

The time taken for a patient to reach the hospital

The period of time when surgery is most effective

What is the primary goal of the 'Rapid Trauma Assessment'?

To assess and treat life-threatening injuries

To gather detailed medical history

To perform a thorough physical examination

To administer pain relief medication

#10

Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'Tactical Combat Casualty Care' (TCCC) guidelines?

Tourniquet application

Airway management

Oral rehydration therapy

Hemostatic agent application

#11

What is the primary purpose of a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?

To maintain an open airway in unconscious patients

To administer oxygen directly into the lungs

To stabilize cervical spine injuries

To control bleeding in the nasal cavity

#12

Which of the following is NOT a common complication associated with tourniquet application?

Nerve damage

Compartment syndrome

Hypovolemic shock

Tissue necrosis

#13

Which of the following is a common triage category used in mass casualty incidents?

Green

Yellow

Blue

All of the above

#14

In EMS, what does 'CPR' stand for?

Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Central Pulmonary Resuscitation

Circulatory Pulmonary Resuscitation

#15

What does the 'MIST' mnemonic stand for in triage?

Mobilize, Inquire, Secure, Treat

Major, Injuries, Stabilize, Transport

Massive, Injuries, Severe, Treat

Move, Inspect, Stabilize, Transport

#16

What does the acronym 'START' stand for in disaster triage?

Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment

Systematic Triage and Response Technique

Standardized Triage and Assessment Response Team

Structured Triage and Rapid Transport

#17

What does the acronym 'ATLS' stand for in trauma care?

Advanced Trauma Life Support

Acute Trauma and Life Saving

Advanced Treatment for Life Support

Acute Treatment for Traumatic Limb Support