Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Procedures and Anatomy Quiz

Test your understanding of EMT duties, anatomy, and emergency procedures with these essential questions.

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Which of the following is a primary duty of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

Administering medications

Performing surgical procedures

Providing immediate medical care

Completing paperwork

What is the purpose of the ABC assessment in EMT procedures?

To assess airway, breathing, and circulation

To calculate blood pressure

To determine body temperature

To check for broken bones

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio during CPR for adult patients?

30:2

15:2

5:1

10:1

Which of the following is NOT a function of the circulatory system?

Transporting nutrients

Regulating body temperature

Removing waste products

Producing antibodies

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in assessing neurological function?

To measure blood pressure

To assess level of consciousness

To determine respiratory rate

To evaluate kidney function

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cardiac arrest?

Absence of pulse

Absence of breathing

Normal heart rhythm

Unconsciousness

What is the correct order of steps in the primary survey of a trauma patient?

Airway, breathing, circulation, disability, exposure

Circulation, airway, breathing, disability, exposure

Breathing, airway, circulation, exposure, disability

Airway, breathing, circulation, disability, examination

What is the most common cause of an ischemic stroke?

Atherosclerosis

Traumatic brain injury

Hypertension

Meningitis

Which of the following cranial nerves is responsible for controlling eye movement?

Cranial nerve V (Trigeminal)

Cranial nerve VII (Facial)

Cranial nerve III (Oculomotor)

Cranial nerve X (Vagus)

#10

Which organ is primarily affected in cases of acute pancreatitis?

Liver

Pancreas

Kidneys

Spleen

#11

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a tension pneumothorax?

Chest pain

Shortness of breath

Unequal chest rise

Increased breath sounds

#12

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a myocardial infarction (heart attack)?

Chest pain or discomfort

Shortness of breath

Fever

Nausea or vomiting

#13

Which of the following is a potential complication of a pneumothorax?

Decreased blood pressure

Increased urine output

Decreased heart rate

Increased lung sounds

#14

What is the primary treatment for anaphylaxis?

Administering epinephrine

Applying a cold compress

Giving oral antihistamines

Elevating the legs

#15

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

To transport oxygen to cells

To regulate body temperature

To break down food and absorb nutrients

To provide support and movement