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EMT Basics
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Subjects
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health-sciences
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emt
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. An obligation to provide care to a patient
central pulses
plantar
ventral
duty to act
2. The supply of oxygen to and removal of wastes from the cells and tissues of the body as a result of the flow of blood through the capillaries
autonomic NS
12-29 breaths/min
perfusion
orbits
3. The pelvis socket into which the ball at the proximal end of the femur fits to form the hip joint
acetabulum
standard precautions
QI
peripheral pulses
4. Protrusion on the side of the ankle.
endocrine system
coronary arteries
systolic BP
malleolous
5. Smallest veins
bilateral
assault/battery
venules
subcutaneous layers
6. Pressure caused by blood exerting force against the walls of blood vessels - usually arterial BP is measured
automaticity
Medical director
orbits
blood pressure
7. The introduction of dangerous chemicals - diseases - or infectious material
joints
contamination
diaphragm
skeleton
8. Adults: 12-19 Children: 15-30 Infants: 25-50
small intestine
Breathing Rates
glucose
acetabulum
9. The two upper chambers of the heart - there is a right (receives unoxygenated blood returning from the body) and the left (which sends oxygen - rich blood to the body)
epidermis
ischium
atria
standing orders
10. The area directly posterior to the nose
implied consent
arteriole
nasopharynx
skeleton
11. Consent given by adults who are of legal age and mentally competent to make a rational decision in regard to their medical well - being
expressed consent
peripheral pulses
bilateral
ilium
12. The rhythmic beats caused as waves of blood move through and expand the arteries
proximal
body mechanics
radial artery
pulse
13. Infants breathing rate
stomach
femoral artery
voluntary muscle
25-50 b/m
14. Action: pain reliever - fever reducer - anti - inflammatory - antiplatelet - indication: cardiac related chest pain - Contraindication: allergy - recently taken the med - recent GI bleed - Side effects: upset stomach - heartburn - Dose: 81 mg up to 3
epiglottis
Aspirin (Acetylsalicyclic acid)
femur
venule
15. Trade name: adrenaline - Actions: causes bronchiole dilation and contraction of blood vessels (Vasoconstrictor and broncodialator) - Indiction: anaphylaxis - respiratory distress - hypoperfusion - side effects: increased heart rate - chest pain - dis
Epinephrine
epidermis
expressed consent
platelets
16. Gripping with as much hand surface as possible in contact with the objects being lifted - all fingers bent at the same angle - hands at least 10 inches apart
From the body--> Vena Cava -->SA Node -->Right atrium -->Right Ventricle -->AV Node -->pulmonary artery-->lungs -->pulmonary vein -->left atrium -->left ventricle -->Aorta -->body
cardiovascular system/circulatory system
power grip
cover
17. A structure that opens and closes to permit the flow of a fluid in only one direction
Designated agent
valve
quality improvement
direct carry
18. The top - back and sides of the skull
cranium
PPE
scene is hazardous - life - threatening condition requires move - patient must be moved to reach a critical patient
RBC
19. A method of transferring a patient from bed to stretcher by grasping and pulling the loosened bottom sheet of the bed
25-50 b/m
draw - sheet method
Good Samaritan Laws
arterioles
20. Trade name:insta - glucose - Action: increases blood sugar levels - indications:altered mental status And history of diabetes - Contraindications: unresponsive - inability to swallow - dose: one tube - Oral - Supplies: gel
venae cavae
Fowler's Position
inferior
glucose
21. An EMT or other person authorized by a medical director to give medications and provide emergency car.
Designated agent
diastolic BP
CNS
pulse
22. Trade name: proventil - ventolin - Action: B-2 adrenergic receptor agonist - smooth muscle relaxant - Indication: Respiratory distress in pts diagnostic with asthma - Contraindications:angina - MI - arrhythmia - CHF (Congestive heart failure) - side
scene factors cause a decline in patient condition - treatment of patient's condition requires a move
Albuterol
Fowler's Position
standing orders
23. A system of specialized muscle tissues which conduct electrical impulses that stimulate the heart to beat
cardiac conduction system
protocols
involuntary muscle
inadequate breathing
24. Any blood vessel returning blood to the heart
larynx
negligence
vein
Designated agent
25. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - a federal law protecting the privacy of patient - specific health care information and providing the patient with control over how this information is used and distributed
scapula
tendon
HIPAA
standing orders
26. The basin - shaped bony structure that supports the spine and is the point of proximal attachment for the lower extremities
skeleton
ventral
pelvis
manubrium
27. A finding of failure to act properly in a situation in which there was a duty to act - that needed care as would reasonably be expected of the EMT was not provided - and that harm was caused to the patient as a result
respiratory system
negligence
Trendelenburg Position
liability
28. Trade Name: nitrostat - nitrolingual - Action: relaxes blood vessels - decreases workload of heart - indication: chest pain and history of cardiac problems and prescribed Nitro - Contraindication: bradycardia - tachycardia - head injury - systolic BP
dorsalis pedis artery
assault/battery
nitroglycerin
standing orders
29. The fluid portion of the blood
oropharynx
decontamination
plasma
proximal
30. Being held legally responsible
trachea narrower - trachea softer - more flexible - airway structures smaller - cricoid not well developed - chest wall softer - tongue proportionally larger than an adults
Left Lateral Recumbent
medial
liability
31. The chest
pulse
DNR
musculoskeletal system
thorax
32. The removal or cleansing of dangerous chemicals and other dangerous chemicals and other dangerous or infectious materials
pancreas
TRAMP
femoral artery
decontamination
33. Action:increases levels of O2 in the blood - indications: hypoxia - known or suspected - dose: 6lpm NC (44%) - 12 lpm NRB (90%) - 15 lpm BVM (100%) - Inhaled - supplied: compressed gas
Oxygen
911 System
Left Lateral Recumbent
Albuterol
34. Pressure created in the arteries when the left ventrical contracts and forces blood out into circulation
protocols
trachea narrower - trachea softer - more flexible - airway structures smaller - cricoid not well developed - chest wall softer - tongue proportionally larger than an adults
gallbladder
systolic BP
35. The collarbone
clavicle
tachycardia
Fowler's Position
12-29 breaths/min
36. A person who has completed a legal document that allows for donation of organs and tissues in the event of death
vein
organ donor
systolic BP
draw - sheet method
37. The system made up of the heart and the blood vessels
physiology
PPE
respiratory system
cardiovascular system/circulatory system
38. The 'windpipe'; the structure that connects the pharynx to the lungs
QI
cardiovascular system/circulatory system
trachea
pelvis
39. Artery of the upper arm; site of the pulse checked during infant CPR
direct carry
12-29 breaths/min
brachial artery
carpals
40. Consists of orders from the on - duty physician given directly to an EMT in the field by radio or telephone
assault/battery
trachea narrower - trachea softer - more flexible - airway structures smaller - cricoid not well developed - chest wall softer - tongue proportionally larger than an adults
Right Upper Quadrant
On - line medical direction
41. The location where a crime has been committed or any place that evidence relating to a crime may be found
pharynx
protocols
bronchi
crime scene
42. The bones of the body
dorsalis pedis artery
malleolous
skeleton
clavicle
43. Left kidney - colon - small intestines - major artery and vein to the left leg - ureter
nasopharynx
Left Lower Quadrant
radius
vein
44. System by which food travels through the body and is digested or broken down into absorbable form
4
digestive system
radius
peripheral pulses
45. Referring to the back of the body or the back of the hand or foot. A synonym for posterior
dorsal
sternum
muscle
vein
46. System of bones and skeletal muscles that support and protect the body and permit movement
musculoskeletal system
Levels of EMS training
tibia
humerus
47. Components of the blood. carry oxygen to and carbon dioxide from cells
Good Samaritan Laws
decontamination
TRAMP
RBC
48. The joint where the acromion and the clavicle meet
skull
dermis
acromioclavicular joint
aorta
49. Hides body
concealment
protocols
bronchi
pancreas
50. The lateral and small bone of the lower leg
fibula
RBC
epidermis
tarsal