EMT /FISDAP FINAL EXAM| A REVIEW OF
220 REAL PAST PAPERS EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS|
UPDATED & REVISED 2026 (BRAND NEW!!!)
1. Which of the following errors is an example of a knowledge-based failure?
An EMT gives the correct drug to a patient, although his protocols clearly
state that he is not authorized to do so.
B. Due to an improperly applied cervical collar, a patient's spinal injury is
aggravated and he is permanently disabled.
C. An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not know
the pertinent information about the drug.
D. A patient is given nitroglycerin by an EMT who did not obtain proper
authorization from medical control first.:
ANS C :An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not
know the pertinent information about the drug. Correct
2. Which of the following statements regarding the Good Samaritan law is
Correct?
It provides the EMT immunity from a lawsuit.
B. The law does not protect emts who are off duty.
C. It will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence.
D. It guarantees that the EMT will not be held liable if he or she is sued.
ANS C: it will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence.
In which of the following situations does the EMT NOT have a legal duty to act?
Choose one answer.
A. A response to an injured patient while off duty
B. A response to a motor vehicle crash while off duty
C. Local policy requires you to assist in any emergency.
D. A response to the residence of a patient who fell
ANS B: a response to a motor vehicle crash while off duty
,3. The official transfer of patient care does not occur until the EMT:: gives
an oral report to the emergency room physician or nurse
4. The spread of HIV and hepatitis in the health care setting can usually
be traced to:: careless handling of sharps.
5. When faced with a situation in which a patient is in cardiac arrest, and a
valid living will or DNR order cannot be located, you should:: begin
resuscitation at once.
6. After delivering your patient to the hospital, you sit down to complete the
PCR. When documenting the patient's last blood pressure reading, you
inadvertently write 120/60 instead of 130/70. To correct this mistake, you
should:: draw a single horizontal line through the error, initial it, and write the
correct data next to it.
7. What section of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act (HIPAA) MOST affects EMS personnel?: protecting patient privacy
8. Typical components of an oral patient report include all of the
following, EXCEPT:
Important medical history not previously given.
B. The set of baseline vital signs taken at the scene.
C. The chief complaint or mechanism of injury.
D. The patient's response to treatment you provided.
ANS B: the set of baseline vital signs taken at the scene.
9. Calming and reassuring an anxious patient can be facilitated by:
A. Maintaining eye contact with the patient whenever possible.
B. Using medical terminology to ensure the patient understands.
C. Positioning yourself at a level that is higher than the patient.
D. Withholding unpleasant information until arrival at the hospital.
ANS A : maintaining eye contact with the patient whenever possible.
, 10. General guidelines for effective radio communications include all of
the following, EXCEPT:
Choose one answer.
A. Acknowledging a transmission as soon as possible.
B. Holding the microphone about 2" to 3" from your mouth.
C. Using 10 codes to ensure radio traffic confidentiality.
D. Speaking in a clear, calm, monotone voice.:
ANS C :Using 10 codes to ensure radio traffic confidentiality.
11. Why are prehospital emergency care guidelines updated on a regular basis?
Choose one answer.
A. Statistical data indicate that an increasing number of people
are being diagnosed with a particular illness.
B. The federal government requires that changes be made to existing
emergency care protocols at least every 5 years.
C. EMS providers should be encouraged to actively participate in
research and become familiar with data analysis.
D. Additional information and evidence indicate that the effectiveness
of certain interventions has changed.: ANS D :Additional information
and evidence indicate that the effectiveness of certain interventions has
changed.
12. While trying to make a family member feel better after a loved one has died,
Your partner uses trite statements. The family members may view this as:
Choose one answer.
A. Your partner's attempt to diminish their grief.
B. A show of respect for the person who has died.
C. Your partner's caring and supportive attitude.
D. Coaching them through the grieving process.
ANS A :Your partner's attempt to diminish their grief.
220 REAL PAST PAPERS EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS|
UPDATED & REVISED 2026 (BRAND NEW!!!)
1. Which of the following errors is an example of a knowledge-based failure?
An EMT gives the correct drug to a patient, although his protocols clearly
state that he is not authorized to do so.
B. Due to an improperly applied cervical collar, a patient's spinal injury is
aggravated and he is permanently disabled.
C. An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not know
the pertinent information about the drug.
D. A patient is given nitroglycerin by an EMT who did not obtain proper
authorization from medical control first.:
ANS C :An EMT administers the wrong drug to a patient because she did not
know the pertinent information about the drug. Correct
2. Which of the following statements regarding the Good Samaritan law is
Correct?
It provides the EMT immunity from a lawsuit.
B. The law does not protect emts who are off duty.
C. It will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence.
D. It guarantees that the EMT will not be held liable if he or she is sued.
ANS C: it will not protect the EMT in cases of gross negligence.
In which of the following situations does the EMT NOT have a legal duty to act?
Choose one answer.
A. A response to an injured patient while off duty
B. A response to a motor vehicle crash while off duty
C. Local policy requires you to assist in any emergency.
D. A response to the residence of a patient who fell
ANS B: a response to a motor vehicle crash while off duty
,3. The official transfer of patient care does not occur until the EMT:: gives
an oral report to the emergency room physician or nurse
4. The spread of HIV and hepatitis in the health care setting can usually
be traced to:: careless handling of sharps.
5. When faced with a situation in which a patient is in cardiac arrest, and a
valid living will or DNR order cannot be located, you should:: begin
resuscitation at once.
6. After delivering your patient to the hospital, you sit down to complete the
PCR. When documenting the patient's last blood pressure reading, you
inadvertently write 120/60 instead of 130/70. To correct this mistake, you
should:: draw a single horizontal line through the error, initial it, and write the
correct data next to it.
7. What section of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act (HIPAA) MOST affects EMS personnel?: protecting patient privacy
8. Typical components of an oral patient report include all of the
following, EXCEPT:
Important medical history not previously given.
B. The set of baseline vital signs taken at the scene.
C. The chief complaint or mechanism of injury.
D. The patient's response to treatment you provided.
ANS B: the set of baseline vital signs taken at the scene.
9. Calming and reassuring an anxious patient can be facilitated by:
A. Maintaining eye contact with the patient whenever possible.
B. Using medical terminology to ensure the patient understands.
C. Positioning yourself at a level that is higher than the patient.
D. Withholding unpleasant information until arrival at the hospital.
ANS A : maintaining eye contact with the patient whenever possible.
, 10. General guidelines for effective radio communications include all of
the following, EXCEPT:
Choose one answer.
A. Acknowledging a transmission as soon as possible.
B. Holding the microphone about 2" to 3" from your mouth.
C. Using 10 codes to ensure radio traffic confidentiality.
D. Speaking in a clear, calm, monotone voice.:
ANS C :Using 10 codes to ensure radio traffic confidentiality.
11. Why are prehospital emergency care guidelines updated on a regular basis?
Choose one answer.
A. Statistical data indicate that an increasing number of people
are being diagnosed with a particular illness.
B. The federal government requires that changes be made to existing
emergency care protocols at least every 5 years.
C. EMS providers should be encouraged to actively participate in
research and become familiar with data analysis.
D. Additional information and evidence indicate that the effectiveness
of certain interventions has changed.: ANS D :Additional information
and evidence indicate that the effectiveness of certain interventions has
changed.
12. While trying to make a family member feel better after a loved one has died,
Your partner uses trite statements. The family members may view this as:
Choose one answer.
A. Your partner's attempt to diminish their grief.
B. A show of respect for the person who has died.
C. Your partner's caring and supportive attitude.
D. Coaching them through the grieving process.
ANS A :Your partner's attempt to diminish their grief.
