#1
What is the primary function of emergency medical transport?
To provide pre-hospital care and transportation to medical facilities
ExplanationPre-hospital care and transport to medical facilities.
#2
Which of the following is a common type of emergency medical transport vehicle?
Ambulance
ExplanationCommon emergency medical transport vehicle.
#3
What does 'EMT' stand for in emergency medical transport?
Emergency Medical Technician
ExplanationEmergency Medical Technician.
#4
What is the purpose of a 'stretcher' in emergency medical transport?
To immobilize patients with spinal injuries
ExplanationImmobilization of patients with spinal injuries.
#5
Which of the following is an example of a 'trauma center'?
Hospital specializing in treating severe injuries
ExplanationHospital specializing in severe injuries.
#6
What does 'ALS' stand for in emergency medical services?
Advanced Life Support
ExplanationAdvanced level of medical support.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an emergency medical transport dispatcher?
Assessing patient conditions
ExplanationNot responsible for assessing patient conditions.
#8
What is the 'Golden Hour' in emergency medical transport?
The time window within which medical intervention is most effective following a traumatic injury
ExplanationOptimal time for effective medical intervention after injury.
#9
What is the primary advantage of utilizing Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances?
They can provide rapid transportation with essential medical care
ExplanationFast transportation with basic medical care.
#10
Which organization provides guidelines for emergency medical transport operations in the United States?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
ExplanationNHTSA provides guidelines.
#11
In which situation would air medical transport (helicopter) be most appropriate?
Transporting a patient from a remote area with limited road access
ExplanationBest for remote areas with limited road access.