Ch. 1-5

Question 1

Upon arrival at the hospital, the EMT advises hospital personnel of the patient’s condition, observations from the scene, treatment rendered, and other pertinent data to assure continuity of care. This process is known as which of the following?

Answer 1

Transfer of Care

Question 2

You are called to an assault on a homeless male. Dried blood from the trauma is visible around the patient’s mouth and nose. During the assessment, you note the patient has a cough. The patient says don’t worry. Describe the best approach regarding respiratory isolation.

Answer 2

Mask yourself and the patient

Question 3

True or false, if the EMT’s hands are visibly dirty an alcohol-based hand cleaner is not sufficient.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What mode of transmission describes a route of spreading Hepatitis A?

Answer 4

Fecal-oral

Question 5

What test can expose TB?

Answer 5

TST (tuberculin skin test)

Question 6

When a stretcher with a patient secured to it is elevated, what occurs?

Answer 6

The center of gravity is raised and this causes a tip hazard

Question 7

True or false, always place your feet flat on the ground when performing a log roll

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Consent needed to treat a mentally competent adult is what?

Answer 8

Expressed consent

Question 9

What is the term that refers to the set of regulations that defines the legal actions expected of and limitations placed on the EMT?

Answer 9

Scope of practice

Question 10

The administration of oxygen and the application of spinal immobilisation are part of what for the EMT?

Answer 10

Scope of practice

Question 11

Should you convince someone to not ride in an ambulance because of expense, or any other reason?

Answer 11

No

Question 12

Which prefix means rapid?

Answer 12

Tachy

Question 13

The inside of a person’s thigh is known as its what aspect?

Answer 13

Medial