EMT FINAL EXAM Questions and Answers
1.According to the National EMS Scope of Practice Model,
an EMT should be able to:
A. interpret a basic (ECG) rhythm and treat accordingly.
B. insert a peripheral IV line and infuse fluids.
C. administer epinephrine via the subcutaneous route.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications
Answer D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
2.Acting in such a way as to make another person fear
immediate bodily harm is called:
A. assault.
B. negligence.
C. libel.
D. battery
Answer A. assault.
3.An EMT would most likely be held liable for abandonment if he
or she:
A. remained at the hospital for 30 minutes to give a patient
report.
B. terminated care of a competent adult patient at his or her
request.
,C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured
patient.
D. refused to care for a violent patient who is armed with a
knife
Answer C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured
patient.
4.As an EMT, the performance of your duties will be compared to
that of:
A. the medical director.
B. a paramedic supervisor.
C. another EMT.
D. the general public
Answer C. another EMT.
5.For a do not resuscitate (DNR) order to be valid, it must:
A. be updated a minimum of every 6 months.
B. be dated within the previous 24 months.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
D. be signed by the local justice of the peace
Answer C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
6.In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for
the purpose of consenting to or refusing medical treatment
if the minor:
,A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
B. has a poor relationship with his or her parents.
C. is mentally competent and able to refuse.
D. possesses a valid driver's license
Answer A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
7.Age-related changes in the renal system result in:
A. dilation of the blood vessels that supply the nephrons, which
allows the
kidneys to maintain their function.
B. a significant increase in filtration, which causes the
excretion of large amounts of water from the body.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a
decreased ability to conserve fluids when needed.
D. the formation of large amounts of urine secondary to an
increase in kidney mass of up to 20%
Answer C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a
decreased ability to conserve fluids when needed.
8.An infant or small child's airway can be occluded if it is
overextended or overflexed because:
A. the back of the head is flat, which prevents a neutral position.
B. he or she has a long neck, which makes the trachea prone to
collapse.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
, D. the tongue is proportionately small and can fall back into the
throat
Answer C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is
flexible.
9.At what age does separation anxiety typically peak in
infants and small children.
A. 6 to 8 months
B. 10 to 18 months
C. 24 to 36 months
D. 18 to 24 months:
Answer B. 10 to 18 months
10.Breathing is often more difficult in older adults
because the: A surface area of the alveoli increases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
C. diaphragm and intercostal muscles enlarge.
D. overall size of the airway decreases
Answer B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
11.Factors that contribute to a decline in the vital capacity of an
elderly patient include all of the following, except:
A. decreased residual volume
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
C. a loss of respiratory muscle mass.
1.According to the National EMS Scope of Practice Model,
an EMT should be able to:
A. interpret a basic (ECG) rhythm and treat accordingly.
B. insert a peripheral IV line and infuse fluids.
C. administer epinephrine via the subcutaneous route.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications
Answer D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
2.Acting in such a way as to make another person fear
immediate bodily harm is called:
A. assault.
B. negligence.
C. libel.
D. battery
Answer A. assault.
3.An EMT would most likely be held liable for abandonment if he
or she:
A. remained at the hospital for 30 minutes to give a patient
report.
B. terminated care of a competent adult patient at his or her
request.
,C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured
patient.
D. refused to care for a violent patient who is armed with a
knife
Answer C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured
patient.
4.As an EMT, the performance of your duties will be compared to
that of:
A. the medical director.
B. a paramedic supervisor.
C. another EMT.
D. the general public
Answer C. another EMT.
5.For a do not resuscitate (DNR) order to be valid, it must:
A. be updated a minimum of every 6 months.
B. be dated within the previous 24 months.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
D. be signed by the local justice of the peace
Answer C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
6.In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for
the purpose of consenting to or refusing medical treatment
if the minor:
,A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
B. has a poor relationship with his or her parents.
C. is mentally competent and able to refuse.
D. possesses a valid driver's license
Answer A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
7.Age-related changes in the renal system result in:
A. dilation of the blood vessels that supply the nephrons, which
allows the
kidneys to maintain their function.
B. a significant increase in filtration, which causes the
excretion of large amounts of water from the body.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a
decreased ability to conserve fluids when needed.
D. the formation of large amounts of urine secondary to an
increase in kidney mass of up to 20%
Answer C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a
decreased ability to conserve fluids when needed.
8.An infant or small child's airway can be occluded if it is
overextended or overflexed because:
A. the back of the head is flat, which prevents a neutral position.
B. he or she has a long neck, which makes the trachea prone to
collapse.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
, D. the tongue is proportionately small and can fall back into the
throat
Answer C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is
flexible.
9.At what age does separation anxiety typically peak in
infants and small children.
A. 6 to 8 months
B. 10 to 18 months
C. 24 to 36 months
D. 18 to 24 months:
Answer B. 10 to 18 months
10.Breathing is often more difficult in older adults
because the: A surface area of the alveoli increases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
C. diaphragm and intercostal muscles enlarge.
D. overall size of the airway decreases
Answer B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
11.Factors that contribute to a decline in the vital capacity of an
elderly patient include all of the following, except:
A. decreased residual volume
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
C. a loss of respiratory muscle mass.
