Emergency Medical Services Protocols and Procedures Quiz

Challenge yourself with 15 questions on ABC, CPR, trauma, and more. Assess your expertise in EMS protocols and procedures. Are you ready?

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In Emergency Medical Services (EMS), what does the acronym 'ABC' stand for?

Advanced Breathing Control

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

Ambulance Base Center

Aseptic Barrier Control

What does the term 'triage' mean in the context of Emergency Medical Services?

Transporting patients to the hospital

Sorting and prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition

Treating patients with triage medications

Training for emergency response

What is the primary goal of the 'Golden Hour' concept in emergency medicine?

Ensuring timely arrival of paramedics

Initiating medical treatment within the first hour of injury or illness

Maintaining communication with emergency services

Transporting patients to the hospital quickly

What is the primary purpose of the 'RICE' protocol in managing certain injuries?

Rehydration, Isolation, Compression, Elevation

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Resuscitation, Immobilization, Compression, Exercise

Rehabilitation, Intervention, Compression, Endurance

What is the primary purpose of the 'NIH Stroke Scale' in EMS?

Assessing cardiac function

Evaluating respiratory status

Measuring neurological deficits in stroke patients

Monitoring blood pressure

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR according to EMS protocols?

1 inch (2.5 cm)

2 inches (5 cm)

0.5 inch (1.25 cm)

3 inches (7.5 cm)

Which of the following is a common medication administered by EMS for relieving severe allergic reactions?

Aspirin

Epinephrine

Ibuprofen

Acetaminophen

Which of the following symptoms is a typical sign of a heart attack?

Severe headache

Chest pain or discomfort

Shortness of breath

Joint pain

What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adult CPR according to EMS protocols?

15:2

30:2

5:1

10:1

#10

In EMS, what does the acronym 'AVPU' represent in assessing a patient's level of consciousness?

Airway, Ventilation, Pain, Unresponsiveness

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive

Assessment, Vitals, Pain, Unconsciousness

Arrival, Ventilation, Pain, Unconscious

#11

What is the purpose of the 'Rule of Nines' in assessing burns in EMS?

Determining the severity of fractures

Estimating the percentage of body surface area affected

Calculating blood pressure

Measuring respiratory rate

#12

Which of the following situations is considered a 'trauma' emergency in EMS?

Heart attack

Stroke

Broken arm

Asthma attack

#13

In EMS, what does the acronym 'SAMPLE' refer to when assessing a patient's history?

Simple Assessment Method for Patient Evaluation

Signs and Symptoms Analysis

Secondary Assessment for Medical Problems

Significant Aspects of Medical Patient's Life Events

#14

Which of the following is a common method for controlling bleeding in the pre-hospital setting?

Applying heat packs

Elevating the injured limb

Direct pressure and dressing

Administering painkillers

#15

What is the primary purpose of the 'head-tilt, chin-lift' maneuver in basic life support?

Opening the airway

Controlling bleeding

Stabilizing the spine

Assessing breathing