Question 1

Which of the following is a good choice for preventing further injury to a patient during auto extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Disposable blanket
B)   Sheet
C)   Placing your body over the top of the patient
D)   None of the above

Question 2

Stabilizing a vehicle is unnecessary when a vehicle is on its roof with:

Accepted Answer

A)   all roof supports collapsed.
B)   the trunk lid in contact with the ground.
C)   the front edge of the hood in contact with the ground.
D)   the vehicle horizontal and resting entirely on the roof.

Question 3

If the steering wheel must be displaced during extrication and the air bag has not deployed,which of the following actions is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

A)   Firmly strike the hub of the steering wheel with a mallet to deactivate the air bag before displacing the steering wheel.
B)   No action is required; only frontal impact will deploy air bags.
C)   Disconnect the battery cables.
D)   Secure a long backboard across the steering wheel to deflect the air bag from the patient should it deploy.

Question 4

Which of the following is the highest priority during extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Controlling major bleeding
B)   Maintaining the patient's airway
C)   Ensuring your personal safety
D)   Gaining access to the patient

Question 5

Which of the following is the BEST protection for an EMT's upper body during an extrication operation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Firefighting turnout coat
B)   Thick wool coat
C)   Nylon jacket with asbestos lining
D)   Thick fireproof blanket draped around the shoulders

Question 6

You are at the scene of a vehicle collision on an interstate highway.There are two cars involved and both are out of the lanes against the median wall.As an EMS provider,what is your primary safety concern?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ensuring the patient is properly packaged for transport
B)   Watching for distracted drivers who are driving past the scene
C)   Evaluating the risk of fire caused by ruptured fuel lines
D)   Searching for sharp edges of broken glass and torn metal

Question 7

You are at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a single vehicle has collided with a tree.You note that the driver's side air bag has deployed.Which of the following is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cut away the fabric portion of the air bag to get it out of the way.
B)   Lift the air bag and inspect the steering wheel for damage.
C)   Use a portable fan to ventilate the car to remove the powder from the air bag.
D)   Sharply strike the front bumper to make sure the second air bag has deployed.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an example of a specialty rescue team?

Accepted Answer

A)   Water rescue
B)   Confined space
C)   High angle rescue
D)   Advanced cardiac life support

Question 9

You have arrived at the scene of a motor vehicle collision to find that there are several critically injured patients.Which of the following should you do first?

Accepted Answer

A)   Begin triage of all patients before deciding on additional resources.
B)   Call for additional rescue units and transporting ambulances.
C)   Begin extrication of the most critically injured patient.
D)   Begin to care for the patient closest to your vehicle.

Question 10

Which of the following should be used to protect a patient during extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Plastic blanket
B)   Netting
C)   Goggles
D)   None of the above

Question 11

When controlling the scene of an emergency involving damaged power poles and downed electrical wires,the EMT must remember to:

Accepted Answer

A)   render the scene safe before entering the danger zone.
B)   request appropriate personnel to cut the power source.
C)   use nonconductive implements to make a safe path to victims.
D)   use double-thickness gloves to insulate the body from electrocution.

Question 12

Which of the following is a reason that the vehicle doors are removed to extricate the patient rather than pulling the patient through an open window?

Accepted Answer

A)   To avoid criticism from bystanders
B)   To avoid being cut by glass
C)   To allow for proper spinal immobilization
D)   To make the interior of the vehicle less accessible

Question 13

Which of the following is an unsafe behavior that contributes to most injuries at the scene of vehicle collisions?

Accepted Answer

A)   Unknowingly walking into hazardous materials situations
B)   Antagonizing bystanders
C)   Not wearing proper protective gear
D)   Using improvised tools

Question 14

Which of the following is the EMT's key role at the scene of an auto extrication?

Accepted Answer

A)   Rescue technician
B)   Patient advocate
C)   Safety officer
D)   Incident commander

Question 15

Which of the following is the MOST common type of rescue across the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)   Farm rescue
B)   Water rescue
C)   Vehicle rescue
D)   Hazardous materials response

Question 16

Which of the following BEST describes why it is important for the EMT to understand the extrication process?

Accepted Answer

A)   To anticipate any dangerous steps in the extrication process
B)   To provide direction to the rescue technicians if they appear to be making errors
C)   To take over the extrication process if requested by the rescue technicians
D)   All of the above

Question 17

Which of the following is the first concern when you are caring for a patient who has been in a vehicle collision?

Accepted Answer

A)   Preserving evidence, such as alcohol beverage bottles and vehicle positioning
B)   Helping law enforcement get the driver's name and insurance information
C)   Your own safety
D)   Treating life-threatening injuries

Exam 38: Highway Safety and Vehicle Extrication

Which of the following is a good choice for preventing further injury to a patient during auto extrication?

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Which of the following is the first concern when you are caring for a patient who has been in a vehicle collision?

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Which of the following is a reason that the vehicle doors are removed to extricate the patient rather than pulling the patient through an open window?

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You have arrived at the scene of a motor vehicle collision to find that there are several critically injured patients.Which of the following should you do first?

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Stabilizing a vehicle is unnecessary when a vehicle is on its roof with:

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Which of the following is the EMT's key role at the scene of an auto extrication?

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Which of the following is the BEST protection for an EMT's upper body during an extrication operation?

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You are at the scene of a vehicle collision on an interstate highway.There are two cars involved and both are out of the lanes against the median wall.As an EMS provider,what is your primary safety concern?

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When controlling the scene of an emergency involving damaged power poles and downed electrical wires,the EMT must remember to:

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If the steering wheel must be displaced during extrication and the air bag has not deployed,which of the following actions is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a specialty rescue team?

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Which of the following is the MOST common type of rescue across the United States?

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Which of the following should be used to protect a patient during extrication?

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Which of the following BEST describes why it is important for the EMT to understand the extrication process?

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Which of the following is the highest priority during extrication?

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You are at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a single vehicle has collided with a tree.You note that the driver's side air bag has deployed.Which of the following is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

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Which of the following is an unsafe behavior that contributes to most injuries at the scene of vehicle collisions?

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Exam 38: Highway Safety and Vehicle Extrication

Which of the following is a good choice for preventing further injury to a patient during auto extrication?

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Which of the following is the first concern when you are caring for a patient who has been in a vehicle collision?

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Which of the following is a reason that the vehicle doors are removed to extricate the patient rather than pulling the patient through an open window?

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You have arrived at the scene of a motor vehicle collision to find that there are several critically injured patients.Which of the following should you do first?

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Stabilizing a vehicle is unnecessary when a vehicle is on its roof with:

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Which of the following is the EMT's key role at the scene of an auto extrication?

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Which of the following is the BEST protection for an EMT's upper body during an extrication operation?

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You are at the scene of a vehicle collision on an interstate highway.There are two cars involved and both are out of the lanes against the median wall.As an EMS provider,what is your primary safety concern?

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When controlling the scene of an emergency involving damaged power poles and downed electrical wires,the EMT must remember to:

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If the steering wheel must be displaced during extrication and the air bag has not deployed,which of the following actions is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a specialty rescue team?

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Which of the following is the MOST common type of rescue across the United States?

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Which of the following should be used to protect a patient during extrication?

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Which of the following BEST describes why it is important for the EMT to understand the extrication process?

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Which of the following is the highest priority during extrication?

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You are at the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a single vehicle has collided with a tree.You note that the driver's side air bag has deployed.Which of the following is recommended by air bag manufacturers?

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Which of the following is an unsafe behavior that contributes to most injuries at the scene of vehicle collisions?

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