Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Procedures and Assessment Quiz

Test your knowledge on EMT assessment procedures, ABCDE approach, vital signs, and mnemonics. Take the quiz now!

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Which of the following is a primary responsibility of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) during assessment?

Providing long-term care

Administering medication

Assessing patient's condition

Performing surgery

What is the first step an EMT should take upon arriving at an emergency scene?

Begin administering treatment immediately

Assess the scene for safety

Request additional medical personnel

Consult with bystanders

Which of the following is a sign of adequate breathing in a patient?

Shallow respirations

Cyanosis

Clear and equal breath sounds

Bradycardia

What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in adult CPR?

1 inch

2 inches

3 inches

4 inches

What does the 'ABCDE' approach in EMT assessment stand for?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure

Assessment, Bandaging, Circulation, Diagnosis, Examination

Ambulance, Bandaging, Chest compression, Defibrillation, Evacuation

Alertness, Breathing, Compression, Drugs, Environment

During the 'C' component of the 'ABCDE' approach, what does an EMT assess?

Breathing

Circulation

Consciousness

Disability

What is the purpose of the 'SAMPLE' history-taking mnemonic in EMT assessment?

To assess patient's vital signs

To remember steps in CPR

To evaluate patient's medical history

To assess neurological function

What is the purpose of the 'AVPU' scale in assessing a patient's level of consciousness?

To evaluate heart rate

To assess for dehydration

To determine neurological function

To assess response to painful stimuli

What is the purpose of the 'OPQRST' mnemonic in patient assessment?