Question 1

Which of the following may be a source of ignition when an ambulance is parked off the roadway in a field of dried grass?

Accepted Answer

A)   Mobile radio
B)   Battery
C)   Leaking coolant
D)   Catalytic converter

Question 2

On arrival at a vehicle collision,you observe a small fire in the engine compartment.A bystander is attempting to smother the fire with a jacket as you approach with an A-B-C extinguisher from your ambulance.Which of the following is the BEST method of extinguishing the fire?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sweep the nozzle of the extinguisher left and right using short bursts until you are out of extinguishing agent.
B)   Aim at the base of the fire and use short bursts until the fire is out.
C)   Close the hood to contain the fire within the engine compartment.
D)   Aim the nozzle to the side of the fire and, with a sweeping motion, push the fire at its base.

Question 3

Which of the following is an advantage of removing the roof of a vehicle that has sustained major damage in a collision?

Accepted Answer

A)   It makes the entire interior of the vehicle accessible.
B)   The EMT can better access the patients.
C)   It creates a large exit through which to remove the patient.
D)   All of the above

Question 4

Which of the following can serve as appropriate eye protection for an EMT on the scene of an extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prescription eyeglasses
B)   Face conforming goggles
C)   Plastic face shield of the type used for Standard Precautions
D)   Shield of a Firefighter's helmet

Question 5

When attempting to extinguish a fire inside the passenger compartment,it is important to:

Accepted Answer

A)   use the extinguishing agent sparingly to avoid creating a cloud of powder.
B)   apply the extinguishing agent liberally to speed up the extinguishing process.
C)   aim the nozzle of the extinguisher away from the patient to avoid hitting the patient.
D)   resist the urge to extinguish the fire and focus on extricating any patients.

Question 6

While performing night operations,which of the following combinations of lights provide maximum visibility?

Accepted Answer

A)   Red/amber warning lights ON, headlights ON, fog lights ON, and traffic directional boards ON
B)   Red/amber warning lights ON, headlights OFF, fog lights OFF, and traffic directional boards ON
C)   Red/amber warning lights ON, headlights ON, fog lights OFF, and traffic directional boards ON
D)   Red/amber warning lights ON, headlights OFF, fog lights OFF, and traffic directional boards OFF

Question 7

Which of the following phases of extrication follows the other three phases?

Accepted Answer

A)   Recognizing and managing hazards
B)   Immobilizing and extricating the patient
C)   Stabilizing the vehicle
D)   Gaining access to the patient

Question 8

You have arrived at the scene of a vehicle collision in which there are utility wires down around the vehicle.The three occupants appear dazed and other responding units have not yet arrived.Which of the following is the BEST course of action?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cool the wires with large amounts of water to prevent a fire from starting.
B)   Encourage the occupants to exit the vehicle by jumping free of the vehicle before touching the ground.
C)   Push the wires out of the way with a long pry-bar in order to access the patients.
D)   Stay at a distance and caution the occupants to stay inside the vehicle.

Question 9

You are on the scene of a vehicle collision involving a downed power line.You are walking in an area you feel is a safe distance from the line and begin to feel a tingling sensation in your feet.Which of the following would be a proper method of ensuring your safety while exiting the area?

Accepted Answer

A)   Turn 90 degrees to the direction you are walking and hop to a safe place on one foot.
B)   Turn 180 degrees to the direction you are walking and quickly run to a safe location.
C)   Turn 180 degrees to the direction you are walking and shuffle away from the danger area.
D)   Turn 90 degrees to the direction you are walking and shuffle away from the danger area.

Question 10

Which of the following is a common hazard associated with the inner circle of a typical auto extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Penetrating injury from extrication tools
B)   Flying glass and metal fragments
C)   Carbon monoxide poisoning
D)   Both A and C

Question 11

Which of the following activities should NOT occur during the scene size-up?

Accepted Answer

A)   Providing airway management
B)   Determining the mechanism of injury
C)   Determining the extent of the patient's entrapment
D)   Determining the need for additional resources

Question 12

Which of the following is the rule of thumb for determining the stability of a vehicle that has been involved in a collision?

Accepted Answer

A)   It should only be considered stable after assessment by trained rescue personnel.
B)   It is stable if the transmission is in "Park" or the parking brake is on.
C)   It is stable if it is upright on all four wheels.
D)   It is stable if the ignition is turned off.

Question 13

Which of the following is a common reason that EMTs are struck by motor vehicles at the scene of motor vehicle collisions on roadways?

Accepted Answer

A)   Drivers are distracted by the scene of the collision and do not pay attention to what they are doing.
B)   EMTs sometimes lose track of what they are doing and wander into traffic.
C)   Drivers who are angry at being delayed deliberately take out their frustrations on rescue workers.
D)   All of the above A

Question 14

Which of the following provides the BEST protection for the EMT's hands during a vehicle rescue operation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Leather gloves
B)   Double-thickness latex gloves
C)   Fabric work gloves with non-slip palms
D)   Elbow-length chemical-proof gloves

Question 15

Which of the following human factors can lead to an increased risk of injury for an EMT at the scene of a vehicle collision?

Accepted Answer

A)   Physical problems that impede strenuous effort
B)   Careless attitude toward personal safety
C)   Lack of proficiency in the use of rescue tools
D)   All of the above

Question 16

Upon arrival at the scene of a motor vehicle collision,you find a vehicle that is on fire.The fire is confined to the engine compartment and the hood is tightly closed.Of the following,which is the BEST course of action?

Accepted Answer

A)   Use a long-handled pry-bar to open the hood and put out the fire with a fire extinguisher.
B)   Let the fire burn and concentrate on extricating the patient.
C)   Wet the interior of the vehicle to keep the fire from spreading.
D)   Discharge a dry chemical fire extinguisher onto the patient's clothing to protect him from the fire. B

Question 17

When placing cribbing:

Accepted Answer

A)   kneel on both knees for stabilization.
B)   always squat, so you can move away quickly.
C)   kneel on one knee only so you can move away quickly.
D)   kneel or squat as necessary. B

Question 18

When disconnecting a battery cable to disrupt a vehicle's electrical system,the EMT should disconnect the:

Accepted Answer

A)   positive cable from the battery.
B)   negative cable from the battery.
C)   positive cable from the alternator.
D)   negative cable from the alternator.

Question 19

Which of the following should the EMT consider when protecting a patient during extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Noise
B)   Weather
C)   Debris
D)   All of the above

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a phase of the extrication process?

Accepted Answer

A)   Disentanglement
B)   Gaining access to the patient
C)   Simplification
D)   Terminating the rescue

Exam 38: Highway Safety and Vehicle Extrication

Which of the following may be a source of ignition when an ambulance is parked off the roadway in a field of dried grass?

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On arrival at a vehicle collision,you observe a small fire in the engine compartment.A bystander is attempting to smother the fire with a jacket as you approach with an A-B-C extinguisher from your ambulance.Which of the following is the BEST method of extinguishing the fire?

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Which of the following is an advantage of removing the roof of a vehicle that has sustained major damage in a collision?

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Which of the following can serve as appropriate eye protection for an EMT on the scene of an extrication?

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When attempting to extinguish a fire inside the passenger compartment,it is important to:

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While performing night operations,which of the following combinations of lights provide maximum visibility?

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Which of the following phases of extrication follows the other three phases?

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You have arrived at the scene of a vehicle collision in which there are utility wires down around the vehicle.The three occupants appear dazed and other responding units have not yet arrived.Which of the following is the BEST course of action?

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You are on the scene of a vehicle collision involving a downed power line.You are walking in an area you feel is a safe distance from the line and begin to feel a tingling sensation in your feet.Which of the following would be a proper method of ensuring your safety while exiting the area?

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Which of the following is a common hazard associated with the inner circle of a typical auto extrication?

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Which of the following activities should NOT occur during the scene size-up?

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Which of the following is the rule of thumb for determining the stability of a vehicle that has been involved in a collision?

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Which of the following is a common reason that EMTs are struck by motor vehicles at the scene of motor vehicle collisions on roadways?

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Which of the following provides the BEST protection for the EMT's hands during a vehicle rescue operation?

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Which of the following human factors can lead to an increased risk of injury for an EMT at the scene of a vehicle collision?

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Upon arrival at the scene of a motor vehicle collision,you find a vehicle that is on fire.The fire is confined to the engine compartment and the hood is tightly closed.Of the following,which is the BEST course of action?

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When placing cribbing:

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When disconnecting a battery cable to disrupt a vehicle's electrical system,the EMT should disconnect the:

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Which of the following should the EMT consider when protecting a patient during extrication?

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Which of the following is NOT a phase of the extrication process?

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