EMT chapter 1

American Heart Association protocols are based on _____________. A. Trends in the EMS community B. Opinions from core groups of cardiologists C. Evidence based research D. Theories ready for field trial

As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on: A. The transport time to the hospital B. Medical director approval C. The patients condition D. An order from a paramedic

National guidelines for EMS care are intended to: A. Unify EMS providers under a single medical provider B. Provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the US C. Reduce expenses at the local and state levels D. Facilitate a national EMS labor group

Online medical control requires: A. The presence of an advanced-level provider B. Written protocols approved by medical control C. Phone or radio contact with the medical director D. A physicians presence on the scene of the call

Prehospital patient care decisions should be based on: A. The experience of EMT's B. The opinions of physicians C. An EMS agency's fiscal resources D. EMS research

The ability to handle multiple tasks based on their priority is called: A. Integrity B. Time management C. Patient advocacy D. Patient empathy

The ability to take appropriate action with little direction is known as: A. Diplomacy B. Self motivation C. Self confidence D. Time management

The determination that prompt surgical care in the hospital is more important than performing time consuming procedures in the field on a major trauma patient is based mostly on: A. The lead EMT's decisions B. Local protocols C. Regional trauma guidelines D. EMS research

The EMT is legally obligated to protect a patients privacy according to: A. HIPPA B. APGAR C. CQI D. DCAP

What is an EMT's primary service area? A. The main service area in which the EMS agency operates B. The only area the EMT is certified to provide patient care C. The location where the EMT provides essential care during a 911 call D. The area serviced by the EMT's medical director

What should an EMT do to limit errors in the field: A. Carry an EMT text for reference at all times B. Follow the agency's written protocols C. Deviate from established standards when necessary D. Contact medical direction before initiating any treatment

Which of the following courses require about 150 hours of training? A. AEMT B. EMT C. EMR D. Paramedic

Which of the following interventions is used by all levels of EMS providers? A. Multilumen airways B. Needle decompression C. Automatic transport ventilators D. AED

Which of the following statements regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is correct? A. According to the ADA, EMT candidates with a documented disability are exempt from taking the NREMT exam. B. The ADA prohibits employers from failing to provide full and equal employment for those who are disabled C. The minimum number of hours required to successfully complete an EMT course is less for candidates who are disabled D. The ADA applies only to individuals with a diagnosed and well documented physical disability.

Which of the following statements regarding the NREMT is correct? A. The NREMT is a governmental agency that certifies EMT's B. The NREMT is the exclusive certifying body for EMT's C. EMS training standards are regulated by the NREMT D. The NREMT provides a national standard for EMS testing

You are caring for a driver who struck a light pole. She admits to drinking alcohol but orders you not to tell anyone. You should report the information to: A. The receiving nurse or doctor B. Your medical director C. The state motor vehicle department D. Law enforcement personnel

You are encouraging a patient to go to the hospital by ambulance. You know that a transport will keep you in duty several hours after your regular quitting time. This is an example of: A. Undue hardship B. Abuse of authority C. Scope of practice D. Patient advocacy