Question 1

Which of the following contributes MOST significantly to the occurrence of ambulance crashes?

Accepted Answer

A)   Time of day
B)   Size of the vehicle
C)   Speed of the vehicle
D)   Weather conditions

Question 2

After responding to the scene of a patient complaining of difficulty breathing,you and your partner determine that the patient's condition is not life threatening based on a thorough assessment.You should transport the patient to an appropriate medical facility with:

Accepted Answer

A)   the emergency lights on, but without activating the siren.
B)   the emergency lights off, but activating the siren when traffic builds.
C)   both lights and siren activated.
D)   neither lights nor siren activated.

Question 3

The process of combining the patient and patient-carrying device into a unit ready for moving and transporting the patient is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   loading.
B)   wrapping.
C)   immobilizing.
D)   packaging.

Question 4

Which phase of an ambulance call is characterized by receiving a report from the off-going shift and checking the functionality of equipment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Preparing for the ambulance call
B)   Receiving and responding to a call
C)   Transferring the patient to the ambulance
D)   Terminating the call

Question 5

Which of the following is a purpose for carrying sterilized aluminum foil on an ambulance?

Accepted Answer

A)   To control major arterial bleeding
B)   To keep a newborn warm
C)   To care for amputated parts
D)   None of the above

Question 6

Which of the following is the correct order of operations when transferring a stable patient from his or her house to the ambulance?

Accepted Answer

A)   Package the patient for transport, select the proper patient-carrying device, move the patient to the ambulance, and load the patient into the ambulance.
B)   Package the patient for transport, move the patient to the ambulance, select the proper patient-carrying device, and load the patient into the ambulance.
C)   Select the proper patient-carrying device, move the patient to the ambulance, package the patient for transport, and load the patient into the ambulance.
D)   Select the proper patient-carrying device, package the patient for transport, move the patient to the ambulance, and load the patient into the ambulance.

Question 7

An EMT's BEST defense against potential legal liability is:

Accepted Answer

A)   purchasing medical malpractice insurance.
B)   documenting as little as possible on the run sheet.
C)   relying on Good Samaritan immunity.
D)   practicing excellent prehospital care. D

Question 8

The U.S.Department of Transportation has issued specifications for all of the following types of ambulances except:

Accepted Answer

A)   Type III.
B)   Type I.
C)   Type IV.
D)   Type II. C

Question 9

A patient-carrying device should have at least ________ straps to hold the patient securely.

Accepted Answer

A)   3
B)   5
C)   1
D)   2

Question 10

Transporting a patient to the hospital against his will could place the EMT in danger of being held liable for:

Accepted Answer

A)   false imprisonment.
B)   kidnapping.
C)   unlawful consent.
D)   assault and battery.

Question 11

Police escorts of ambulances driving at emergency status are typically discouraged because:

Accepted Answer

A)   police officers are not accustomed to driving an ambulance.
B)   there is no guarantee that the police officer knows where the call is located.
C)   drivers who pull over for the police officer often pull back in front of the ambulance.
D)   ambulances do not move as fast as police cruisers.

Question 12

Which of the following fluids is NOT checked by an EMT?

Accepted Answer

A)   Oil
B)   Coolant
C)   Transmission
D)   Hydraulic

Question 13

Which of the following is true concerning disinfection?

Accepted Answer

A)   A solution of 1 part household bleach to 100 parts water is an effective disinfectant for health care purposes.
B)   High level disinfection destroys all sources of infection.
C)   A low-level disinfectant will kill germs on ambulance floors and walls.
D)   All of the above

Question 14

At which point should you complete your patient care report (PCR) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   As soon as you are free from patient duties
B)   En route to the hospital
C)   As soon as you arrive at the hospital
D)   At the end of your shift

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Emergency Medical Dispatcher?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prioritizing calls that come in
B)   Providing medical direction to the responding units
C)   Coordinating with other public safety agencies
D)   Providing emergency instructions to the caller

Question 16

Which of the following should be checked with the vehicle engine turned off?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dash-mounted gauges
B)   Windshield wiper operation
C)   Warning lights
D)   Battery

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true regarding helicopter transport?

Accepted Answer

A)   Most treatment should be done prior to loading the patient.
B)   Helicopter transport is relatively inexpensive.
C)   Patient care is seldom affected during the flight.
D)   Pressure changes do not affect equipment such as PASG, ET tubes, and so on. A

Question 18

Occlusive dressings must be carried on an ambulance to treat which of the following injuries?

Accepted Answer

A)   Amputations
B)   Tension pneumothorax
C)   Impaled object in the eye
D)   Open pneumothorax

Question 19

Safety studies have shown that drivers of other vehicles do not usually see or hear ambulances or other emergency vehicles until they are within ________ feet of it.

Accepted Answer

A)   50 to 100
B)   200 to 250
C)   150 to 200
D)   100 to 150

Question 20

You have transported a patient to the emergency department and are in the process of cleaning the ambulance while your partner is completing all required paperwork.At what point is the final phase of an ambulance call complete?

Accepted Answer

A)   As soon as you put the stretcher back in the ambulance with a clean sheet and you notify your dispatch center you are available
B)   As soon as your partner completes the patient care report and you are restocking the supplies used during the call
C)   As soon as you get back to the station and notify your dispatch center you are in quarters
D)   After your partner completes all required paperwork and you have the ambulance completely cleaned and restocked

Exam 36: Ems Operations

Which of the following contributes MOST significantly to the occurrence of ambulance crashes?

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After responding to the scene of a patient complaining of difficulty breathing,you and your partner determine that the patient's condition is not life threatening based on a thorough assessment.You should transport the patient to an appropriate medical facility with:

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The process of combining the patient and patient-carrying device into a unit ready for moving and transporting the patient is called:

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Which phase of an ambulance call is characterized by receiving a report from the off-going shift and checking the functionality of equipment?

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Which of the following is a purpose for carrying sterilized aluminum foil on an ambulance?

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Which of the following is the correct order of operations when transferring a stable patient from his or her house to the ambulance?

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An EMT's BEST defense against potential legal liability is:

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The U.S.Department of Transportation has issued specifications for all of the following types of ambulances except:

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A patient-carrying device should have at least ________ straps to hold the patient securely.

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Transporting a patient to the hospital against his will could place the EMT in danger of being held liable for:

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Police escorts of ambulances driving at emergency status are typically discouraged because:

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Which of the following fluids is NOT checked by an EMT?

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Which of the following is true concerning disinfection?

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At which point should you complete your patient care report (PCR) ?

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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Emergency Medical Dispatcher?

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Which of the following should be checked with the vehicle engine turned off?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding helicopter transport?

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Occlusive dressings must be carried on an ambulance to treat which of the following injuries?

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Safety studies have shown that drivers of other vehicles do not usually see or hear ambulances or other emergency vehicles until they are within ________ feet of it.

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You have transported a patient to the emergency department and are in the process of cleaning the ambulance while your partner is completing all required paperwork.At what point is the final phase of an ambulance call complete?

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