Emergency Medical Treatment (EMT) Procedures Quiz

Test your knowledge of emergency medicine with questions on CPR, patient assessment, and first aid procedures. Learn essential EMT skills.

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What does the acronym ABC stand for in emergency medical treatment?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

Ambulance, Bandages, Care

Assessment, Breathing, Compression

Asthma, Blood pressure, CPR

Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?

Sudden sharp pain in the leg

Stomach ache

Severe chest pain

Blurry vision

What is the first step in the primary survey of a patient?

Check for responsiveness

Assess airway

Check breathing

Check circulation

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg

Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding

Sudden severe chest pain

Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?

Sudden confusion

Sudden shortness of breath

Sudden chest pain

Sudden numbness

What is the first step in the secondary survey of a patient?

Assess airway

Check for responsiveness

Check circulation

Assess breathing

What is the purpose of a cervical collar in emergency medical treatment?

To support the head and neck

To stop bleeding

To immobilize the spine

To maintain body temperature

Which of the following is NOT a sign of shock?

Pale, cool, clammy skin

Fast, shallow breathing

Rapid, weak pulse

High blood pressure

What is the purpose of a tourniquet in emergency medical treatment?

To control severe bleeding

To stabilize a broken bone

To support a sprained joint

To maintain body temperature

#10

What does the acronym SAMPLE stand for in patient assessment?

Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the injury or illness

Severity, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the injury or illness

Symptoms, Actions taken, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the injury or illness

Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Environment

#11

What is the primary purpose of a nasopharyngeal airway?

To maintain an open airway

To stop bleeding

To immobilize the spine

To administer medication

#12

Which of the following is a sign of internal bleeding?

Bruising

Pale, cool, clammy skin

Swelling

Fast, shallow breathing

#13

When performing CPR on an adult, what is the correct compression-to-breath ratio?

15 compressions to 1 breath

30 compressions to 2 breaths

5 compressions to 2 breaths

10 compressions to 1 breath

#14

What is the correct position for a patient who is experiencing difficulty breathing?

Supine position

Prone position

High-Fowler's position

Semi-Fowler's position

#15

What is the purpose of a bag valve mask (BVM) in CPR?

To deliver oxygen to the lungs

To check for responsiveness

To immobilize the spine

To stop bleeding

#16

What is the correct method for applying a tourniquet?

Apply directly over the wound

Tighten until bleeding stops completely

Loosen if bleeding does not stop

Apply 2-3 inches above the injury, tighten until bleeding stops, and secure in place

#17

When performing CPR on a child, what is the correct compression depth?

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 1/2 inch

At least 3 inches

Emergency Medical Treatment (EMT) Procedures Quiz

What does the acronym ABC stand for in emergency medical treatment?

Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?

What is the first step in the primary survey of a patient?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?

What is the first step in the secondary survey of a patient?

What is the purpose of a cervical collar in emergency medical treatment?

Which of the following is NOT a sign of shock?

What is the purpose of a tourniquet in emergency medical treatment?

What does the acronym SAMPLE stand for in patient assessment?

What is the primary purpose of a nasopharyngeal airway?

Which of the following is a sign of internal bleeding?

When performing CPR on an adult, what is the correct compression-to-breath ratio?

What is the correct position for a patient who is experiencing difficulty breathing?

What is the purpose of a bag valve mask (BVM) in CPR?

What is the correct method for applying a tourniquet?

When performing CPR on a child, what is the correct compression depth?

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