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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. The inner layer of skin - rich in blood vessels and nerves - found beneath the epidermis
duty to act
smooth muscle
dermis
carotid arteries
2. The area directly posterior to the mouth
platelets
cover
oropharynx
12-29 breaths/min
3. A line drawn vertically from the middle of the armpit to the ankle
protocols
larynx
zygomatic arches
mid - axillary line
4. The highest portion of the shoulder
PNS
acromion process
Activated Charcoal
pancreas
5. Urgent moves are done when....
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6. 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
Nervous system
scapula
TRAMP
perfusion
7. Smallest veins
insulin
venules
Levels of EMS training
911 System
8. 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
Trendelenburg Position
power grip
pulse
superior
9. The largest artery in the body. transports blood from the left ventricle to begin systemic circulation
xiphoid process
aorta
negligence
autonomic NS
10. The location where a crime has been committed or any place that evidence relating to a crime may be found
protocols
crime scene
mandible
sternum
11. The trunk of the body; the body without the head and the extremities
torso
superior
liver
anatomy
12. The removal or cleansing of dangerous chemicals and other dangerous chemicals and other dangerous or infectious materials
decontamination
inadequate breathing
automaticity
tarsal
13. Use emergency moves when....
scene is hazardous - life - threatening condition requires move - patient must be moved to reach a critical patient
abandonment
subcutaneous layers
pulmonary arteries
14. The organs where exchange of atmospheric oxygen and waste carbon dioxide take place
Activated Charcoal
lungs
carpals
pancreas
15. The area directly posterior to the nose
nasopharynx
expressed consent
power grip
abandonment
16. Division of the PNS that controls involuntary motor function
venae cavae
implied consent
metacarpals
autonomic NS
17. Trade Names: Superchar - Insta - char - liqui - char - Action: Binds to some poisons preventing absorpotion - Indications: Ingested poison - Don't give if (contraindications): altered mental status - ingested acids or alkalis - inability to swallow -
malleolous
diastolic BP
physiology
Activated Charcoal
18. A system of specialized muscle tissues which conduct electrical impulses that stimulate the heart to beat
supine
cardiac conduction system
Nervous system
Trendelenburg Position
19. The two fused bones forming the upper jaw
negligence
maxillae
body mechanics
concealment
20. Pediatric airway
trachea narrower - trachea softer - more flexible - airway structures smaller - cricoid not well developed - chest wall softer - tongue proportionally larger than an adults
PNS
Right Upper Quadrant
concealment
21. Recovery position - patient ends up on their left side - with their left arm folded under their head
Left Lateral Recumbent
posterior
arterioles
medial
22. Being held legally responsible
nitroglycerin
liability
Left Lower Quadrant
liver
23. Inadequate perfusion of the cells and tissues of the body caused by insufficient flow of blood through the capillaries
protocols
hypoperfusion
aorta
acetabulum
24. Muscular tube between the stomach and the large intestine - divided into the duodenum - jejunum and the ileum - which receives partially digested food from the stomach and continues digestion. Nutrients are absorbed by the body through its walls
ligament
Fowler's Position
trachea
small intestine
25. A set of regulations and ethical considerations that define the scope - or extent and limits - of the EMT's job
pulse
scope of practice
abandonment
stomach
26. The muscular structure that divides the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. A major muscle of respiration
diaphragm
liability
Left Lateral Recumbent
calcaneus
27. Referring to the sole of the foot
liver
body mechanics
implied consent
plantar
28. Nerves that enter and leave the spinal cord and travel between the brain and organs without passing through the spinal cords
central pulses
PNS
venules
humerus
29. Continuous self - review to identify aspects of the system that require improvement to ensure that the public receives the highest quality prehospital care
QI
power grip
5
Albuterol
30. Any blood vessel returning blood to the heart
vein
scene factors cause a decline in patient condition - treatment of patient's condition requires a move
ischium
tibia
31. A physician who assumes ultimate responsibility for the patient care aspects of the EMS system
cardiovascular system/circulatory system
Medical director
abdominal quadrants
physiology
32. Time - Route - Amount - Medication - Patient
dorsal
automaticity
phalanges
TRAMP
33. Equipment that protects the EMS worker from infection and or exposure to the dangers of rescue operations
From the body--> Vena Cava -->SA Node -->Right atrium -->Right Ventricle -->AV Node -->pulmonary artery-->lungs -->pulmonary vein -->left atrium -->left ventricle -->Aorta -->body
sternum
TRAMP
PPE
34. The smallest kind of vein
skin
venule
systolic BP
standard precautions
35. A method of transferring a patient from bed to stretcher by grasping and pulling the loosened bottom sheet of the bed
perfusion
pelvis
draw - sheet method
muscle
36. Blood vessels that supply the muscle of the heart
Fowler's Position
tachycardia
pharynx
coronary arteries
37. The lower jaw bone
mandible
Levels of EMS training
hazardous - material incident
power grip
38. 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
liver
liability
standing orders
Albuterol
39. Muscle that can be conscious controlled; attaches to bones; forms the major muscle mass of the body - responsible for movement
voluntary muscle
mid - clavicular
12-29 breaths/min
recovery position
40. A method of transferring a patient from bed to stretcher - during which two or more rescuers curl the patient to their chests - then reverse the process to lower the patient to the stretcher
venae cavae
Albuterol
direct carry
cardiovascular system/circulatory system
41. The organisms that cause infection - such as viruses and bacteria
pelvis
blood pressure
pathogens
maxillae
42. A policy or protocol issued by a medical director that authorizes EMT's and others to perform particular skills in certain situations
implied consent
standing orders
extremity lift
body mechanics
43. Protrusion on the side of the ankle.
Albuterol
superior
cardiac conduction system
malleolous
44. Number of bones in the thoracic spine
From the body--> Vena Cava -->SA Node -->Right atrium -->Right Ventricle -->AV Node -->pulmonary artery-->lungs -->pulmonary vein -->left atrium -->left ventricle -->Aorta -->body
Activated Charcoal
PPE
12
45. The consent it is presumed a patient - or patient's parent/guardian would give if they could - such as for an unconscious patient or a parent who cannot be contacted when care is needed
implied consent
anatomy
Fowler's Position
pulse
46. The vessels that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart
pulmonary veins
alveoli
inadequate breathing
smooth muscle
47. Pressure created in the arteries when the left ventrical contracts and forces blood out into circulation
systolic BP
5
Medical director
glucose
48. The number of bones in the Cervical spine
diaphragm
stomach
Levels of EMS training
7
49. A thin - walled - microscopic blood vessel where the oxygen/carbon dioxide and nutrient/waste exchange with the body's cells takes place
blood pressure
capillary
standing orders
Trendelenburg Position
50. Muscle that responds automatically to brain signals but cannot be consciously controlled
hazardous - material incident
involuntary muscle
acetabulum
voluntary muscle