Ch.1

Question 1

An EMS provider who has extensive training in various aspects of advanced life support (ALS) is called a(n):

Answer 1

paramedic

Question 2

Cardiac monitoring, pharmacologic interventiosn, and other advanced treatment skills are functions of the:

Answer 2

paramedic

Question 3

Continuing education in EMS services to:

Answer 3

maintain, update, and expand the EMT’s knowledge and skills

Question 4

EMS as we know it today had its origins in 1966 with the publication of:

Answer 4

Accidental Death and Disability: The Neglected Disease of Modern Society

Question 5

Obtaining continuing medical education is the responsibility of the:

Answer 5

individual EMT

Question 6

The continuous quality improvement (CQI) process is designed to:

Answer 6

Identify areas of improvement and provide remedial training if needed

Question 7

The EMT certification exam is designed to

Answer 7

ensure that EMT’s are competent and have the same level of knowledge and skills

Question 8

The standards for prehospital care and the individuals who provide it are typically regulated by the:

Answer 8

state office of EMS

Question 9

Which type of medical direction do standing orders and protocols describe?

Answer 9

off-line

Question 10

An appropriate demonstration of professionalism when your patient is frightened, demanding, or unpleasant is to:

Answer 10

continue to be nonjudgmental, compassionate, and respectful