#1
What is the primary responsibility of an EMT?
Transporting patients to the hospital
Providing immediate care to patients
Prescribing medications to patients
Performing advanced surgical procedures
#2
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR performed by an EMT?
#3
Which of the following is NOT a role of an EMT in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system?
Providing definitive care to patients
Conducting patient assessments
Administering emergency medications
Transporting patients to medical facilities
#4
Which of the following medications can EMTs typically administer?
Antibiotics
Aspirin
Insulin
Chemotherapy agents
#5
What is the first step in the chain of survival?
Early CPR
Rapid defibrillation
Advanced life support
Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response system
#6
What does the 'P' in the AVPU scale represent?
Painful response
Pulse
Pupil reaction
Pressure
#7
Which of the following pulse points is commonly checked on an adult patient?
Brachial
Radial
Carotid
Femoral
#8
When assessing a patient with a potential stroke, which assessment tool is commonly used by EMTs?
#9
During the scene size-up, what is the first thing an EMT should ensure?
Patient confidentiality
Scene safety
Nature of illness
Number of patients
#10
Which of the following is a sign of shock?
High blood pressure
Slow heart rate
Cool, clammy skin
Hot, dry skin
#11
How should an EMT assess a patient's airway?
By checking for responsiveness
By observing the chest for movement
By listening for breath sounds
All of the above
#12
What does SAMPLE stand for in patient assessment?
Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to injury/illness
Signs, Allergies, Medications, Pulse, Last exercise, Environment
Symptoms, Assessments, Medications, Procedures, Last oral intake, Exercise
Signs, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to injury/illness
#13
What is the most appropriate action for managing a patient with suspected spinal injury?
Encourage the patient to move to a comfortable position
Use the jaw-thrust maneuver to open the airway
Apply gentle traction to the neck
Manually stabilize the patient's head and neck
#14
What does the 'O' in OPQRST stand for when assessing a patient's pain?
#15
When performing CPR on an infant, how should the depth of compressions be?
At least one inch
At least one and a half inches
About two inches
About two and a half inches
#16
An EMT is assessing a patient who was exposed to cold temperatures and is shivering. Which stage of hypothermia is the patient likely experiencing?
Mild
Moderate
Severe
Profound
#17
In trauma patients, the primary survey focuses on:
Detailed history taking
Immediate life threats
Gathering medication information
Secondary assessment
#18
An EMT should use high-flow oxygen when the patient:
Has a minor laceration
Is experiencing chest pain suggestive of a myocardial infarction
Has a sprained ankle
Is fully alert and oriented with no signs of distress
#19
What is the primary goal of the recovery position?
To facilitate CPR
To reduce the risk of aspiration
To align the spine
To prepare for transport
#20
Which of the following scenarios is most appropriate for the application of a tourniquet?
A patient with a headache
A patient with a minor abrasion
A patient with uncontrolled bleeding from a limb
A patient with chest pain
#21
In the context of trauma, what does the 'golden hour' refer to?
The first hour of a shift when an EMT is most alert
The hour after a meal when blood sugar levels are highest
The first hour after a traumatic injury occurs
The last hour of sunlight, which is ideal for helicopter rescues
#22
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?
The patient is in a moving vehicle
The patient is wet
The patient is lying on metal
All of the above
#23
What does the 'E' in the DCAP-BTLS mnemonic for trauma assessment stand for?
Erythema
Evisceration
Edema
Embolism
#24
What is the most appropriate way to move a patient with a suspected spinal injury from the ground to a spine board?
Log roll
Lift and carry
Fireman's carry
Two-person seat carry
#25
Capnography is used by EMTs to measure:
Blood glucose levels
Heart rate
Exhaled carbon dioxide
Blood oxygen saturation