Loyola EMS System EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS || 100% GUARANTEED PASS NEWEST VERSION

Loyola EMS System EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS || 100% GUARANTEED PASS NEWEST VERSION Sudden increase in ETCO2 during an arrest - ANSWER Possible ROSC Heat Emergencies - ANSWER Discontinue rapid cooling if shivering occurs Region 8 in Roman Numerals - ANSWER VIII Medical Director - ANSWER Mark E. Cichon Dopamine Max Dose for Cardiogenic Shock - ANSWER 5-20mcg/kg/min. Calcium Channel Blocker OD - ANSWER 1mg Glucagon slow IVP Ventilation for Head Injury PT - ANSWER Ventilate to target EtCO2 of 30 mmhg TOR and Time of Death - ANSWER Can only be called in the field by ER Physician Living Will - ANSWER May not be honored by EMS Downgrading of ALS Care - ANSWER Once initiated, cannot be downgraded without approval from Medical Control Time Sensitive PT's - ANSWER Determined by red clock in SMO Important info to relay to ER for BRUE - ANSWER -Parent/caregiver actions at time of the event -what resuscitative measures were taken -Prior hx of similar events Unique trait to note for LVAD PT's - ANSWER They do not have a pulse Patient needing restraint must be restrained in what position - ANSWER Semi Fowlers Any patient under what age is considered a minor? What can they not do? - ANSWER 18, they cannot consent for themselves unless child abuse is suspected What is an emancipated minor? - ANSWER Patient between the ages of 16-18 that have demonstrated ability and capacity to manage own affairs and live independently of parents or guardians. When can a minor consent for themself or their child? - ANSWER When they are pregnant married or have a living child. When can a parent not refuse treatment of child? - ANSWER Parents may not withhold consent for life saving treatment When suspicion of abuse or neglect exist Life or limb threatening limb or injury Incompetent adult guardian Uninjured children in school bus MVC can be released in the field to.... - ANSWER Parent or qualified school official Who may not be released in the field in the event of school bus MVC? - ANSWER Special needs children Any physician or nurse on scene must provide what? - ANSWER Medical license and state issues ID Where should any possible stroke patient be transported to? - ANSWER Nearest stroke center What must be left at hospital before leaving? - ANSWER PCR What does the Illinois abandoned newborn infant act say? - ANSWER Personnel must accept and provide all necessary care to an infant 30 says old or younger When should nearly expired drugs be exchanged? - ANSWER At least 60 days prior to expiration Loyola EMS requires how much system approved CE? - ANSWER 120 hours How many hours will be awarded for make up quizzes? - ANSWER 1.5 hours In the event of an exposure what do you do? - ANSWER Complete Loyola EMS communicable disease exposure form which is part of the exposure carepak Personnel may be suspended for many reasons including... - ANSWER Unauthorized use or removal of narcotics drugs or supplies What should be communicated at beginning of radio report? - ANSWER Closest and desired hospitals along with ETAs What should be obtained and relayed for any patient with altered mental status? - ANSWER Blood glucose Patients with nausea receive what? - ANSWER 4 mg zofran slow IVP or ODT 1 dose only When is it acceptable to discontinue ALS care? - ANSWER Never When can pediatric drug dosing exceed adult dosing? - ANSWER Weight based IV fluid bolus versed or narcan Who can call a patient death through med control? - ANSWER Only ER physician Are living wills honored by EMS providers? - ANSWER No What should you ask about when you have a patient with chest pain? - ANSWER Use of viagra cialis or revatio in the past 36 hours before considering administration of nitro