EMT Exam 1 (Chapters 1-8)

EMT Exam 1 (Chapters 1-8) Which of the following scenarios MOST accurately depicts abandonment? a. An AEMT transfers patient care to a paramedic. b. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT. c. A physician assumes patient care from an EMT. d. An EMT give a verbal report to an emergency room nurse. - ANSWER b. A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT Which of the following statements regarding the heart is correct? a. The heart is under the control of the autonomic nervous system. b. The heart can tolerate an interruption of oxygen for 5 minutes. c. The heart relies on an external electrical source to function correctly. d. The Heart receives its blood supply from the pulmonary arteries. - ANSWER a. The heart is under the control of the autonomic nervous system Which of the following infectious diseases confers no protection from reinfection after exposure? a. Syphilis b. Mumps c. Chickenpox d. Rubella - ANSWER a. Syphilis Together, the right and left lungs contain how many lobes? a. Four b. Five c. Six d. Three - ANSWER b. Five Situations in which you should use the rapid extrication technique include all of the following EXCEPT: a. a patient who needs immediate care that requires a supine position. b. a patient who can be properly assessed while still in the vehicle. c. a patient who blocks access to another seriously injured patient. d. a patient whose condition requires immediate transport to the hospital. - ANSWER b. a patient who can be properly assessed while still in the vehicle.