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LOYOLA EMS SYSTEM ENTRY EXAM – 2026/2027
COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
EMS
Prepare effectively for the Loyola EMS System Entry Exam with this focused study
resource. It supports review of emergency medical services principles, patient
assessment, airway management, trauma care, medical emergencies, safety, and
emergency response procedures. Use the material to reinforce your knowledge,
review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional study. This resource
is suited for EMS students, emergency medical technician trainees, and candidates
preparing for EMS system entry examinations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION A: EMS SYSTEMS & ROLES (Questions 1–20)
Question #1
Which action best ensures personal safety when arriving at an emergency
scene?
A. Begin patient care immediately
B. Park as close to the patient as possible
C. Survey the scene for hazards before entry
D. Ask bystanders what happened
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scene size-up and hazard identification are the first
priorities to protect EMS providers, patients, and bystanders. Personal safety
must be ensured before any patient contact is initiated.
Question #2
The primary responsibility of an EMT/paramedic at an emergency scene is to:
A. Diagnose medical conditions
B. Transport the patient rapidly
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C. Ensure safety and provide appropriate prehospital care
D. Obtain a detailed medical history
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EMS providers focus on safety, basic life support, and
stabilization rather than diagnosis. The priority is ensuring scene safety and
providing appropriate prehospital care.
Question #3
According to Region VIII protocols, the primary goal of scene size-up is to:
A. Determine transport priority
B. Identify the patient's chief complaint
C. Ensure rescuer safety
D. Establish patient rapport
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scene size-up focuses first on safety, identifying hazards to
protect EMS personnel, patients, and bystanders. No patient care can be
safely provided until the scene is secure.
Question #4
The primary purpose of body substance isolation (BSI) is to:
A. Protect the patient from infection
B. Protect EMS providers from exposure to pathogens
C. Prevent environmental contamination
D. Improve patient comfort
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: BSI uses barriers (gloves, masks, gowns) to reduce provider
exposure to infectious materials. Standard precautions must be taken with
every patient contact.
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Question #5
Which personal protective equipment is MOST appropriate when there is a
risk of blood exposure?
A. N95 respirator
B. Gloves
C. Gown only
D. Surgical mask only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gloves are the minimum protection required whenever contact
with blood or body fluids is possible. Additional PPE may be indicated based
on the specific situation.
Question #6
A patient who is conscious, alert, and oriented to person, place, time, and
event is classified as:
A. Unresponsive
B. Altered mental status
C. AOx4
D. Minimally responsive
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: AOx4 indicates full orientation and normal mental status.
Orientation to person, place, time, and situation/event is the standard
assessment.
Question #7
The Loyola EMS System Entry Exam written portion consists of how many
questions?
A. 50 questions
B. 75 questions
C. 100 questions
D. 150 questions
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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The EMT-Paramedic system entry written exam consists of 75
questions concerning issues specific to the Loyola EMS System.
Question #8
What is the passing score required for the Loyola EMS System Entry written
exam?
A. 70%
B. 80%
C. 85%
D. 90%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must successfully complete the written exam with
a score of 80% or better before proceeding to the oral exam.
Question #9
How many retest attempts are allowed if the first system entry attempt is
unsuccessful?
A. No retests allowed
B. One retest
C. Two retests
D. Unlimited retests
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A second unsuccessful system entry testing session will result
in a mandatory waiting period of six months before a third test may be
scheduled. A second fee of $30 is required for the retest.
Question #10
All exam questions are based on which two documents?
LOYOLA EMS SYSTEM ENTRY EXAM – 2026/2027
COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
EMS
Prepare effectively for the Loyola EMS System Entry Exam with this focused study
resource. It supports review of emergency medical services principles, patient
assessment, airway management, trauma care, medical emergencies, safety, and
emergency response procedures. Use the material to reinforce your knowledge,
review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional study. This resource
is suited for EMS students, emergency medical technician trainees, and candidates
preparing for EMS system entry examinations.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION A: EMS SYSTEMS & ROLES (Questions 1–20)
Question #1
Which action best ensures personal safety when arriving at an emergency
scene?
A. Begin patient care immediately
B. Park as close to the patient as possible
C. Survey the scene for hazards before entry
D. Ask bystanders what happened
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scene size-up and hazard identification are the first
priorities to protect EMS providers, patients, and bystanders. Personal safety
must be ensured before any patient contact is initiated.
Question #2
The primary responsibility of an EMT/paramedic at an emergency scene is to:
A. Diagnose medical conditions
B. Transport the patient rapidly
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C. Ensure safety and provide appropriate prehospital care
D. Obtain a detailed medical history
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: EMS providers focus on safety, basic life support, and
stabilization rather than diagnosis. The priority is ensuring scene safety and
providing appropriate prehospital care.
Question #3
According to Region VIII protocols, the primary goal of scene size-up is to:
A. Determine transport priority
B. Identify the patient's chief complaint
C. Ensure rescuer safety
D. Establish patient rapport
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scene size-up focuses first on safety, identifying hazards to
protect EMS personnel, patients, and bystanders. No patient care can be
safely provided until the scene is secure.
Question #4
The primary purpose of body substance isolation (BSI) is to:
A. Protect the patient from infection
B. Protect EMS providers from exposure to pathogens
C. Prevent environmental contamination
D. Improve patient comfort
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: BSI uses barriers (gloves, masks, gowns) to reduce provider
exposure to infectious materials. Standard precautions must be taken with
every patient contact.
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Question #5
Which personal protective equipment is MOST appropriate when there is a
risk of blood exposure?
A. N95 respirator
B. Gloves
C. Gown only
D. Surgical mask only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gloves are the minimum protection required whenever contact
with blood or body fluids is possible. Additional PPE may be indicated based
on the specific situation.
Question #6
A patient who is conscious, alert, and oriented to person, place, time, and
event is classified as:
A. Unresponsive
B. Altered mental status
C. AOx4
D. Minimally responsive
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: AOx4 indicates full orientation and normal mental status.
Orientation to person, place, time, and situation/event is the standard
assessment.
Question #7
The Loyola EMS System Entry Exam written portion consists of how many
questions?
A. 50 questions
B. 75 questions
C. 100 questions
D. 150 questions
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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The EMT-Paramedic system entry written exam consists of 75
questions concerning issues specific to the Loyola EMS System.
Question #8
What is the passing score required for the Loyola EMS System Entry written
exam?
A. 70%
B. 80%
C. 85%
D. 90%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must successfully complete the written exam with
a score of 80% or better before proceeding to the oral exam.
Question #9
How many retest attempts are allowed if the first system entry attempt is
unsuccessful?
A. No retests allowed
B. One retest
C. Two retests
D. Unlimited retests
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A second unsuccessful system entry testing session will result
in a mandatory waiting period of six months before a third test may be
scheduled. A second fee of $30 is required for the retest.
Question #10
All exam questions are based on which two documents?
