EMT MODULE 1 EXAM |TEST BANK QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | MULTIPLE CHOICE

EMT MODULE 1 EXAM |TEST BANK QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | MULTIPLE CHOICE Physiological signs of stress include __________. • tensed muscles • difficulty concentrating • indecisiveness • anxiety [Ans: - tensed muscles Common sources of stress for EMTs include _________. • writing an accurate patient care report • disturbing sights, smells, and sounds • physical injury • testifying in court [Ans: - disturbing sights, smells, and sounds When does acute stress occur? • During a stressful situation • After a stressful situation • Between stressful situations • After prolonged exposure to stress [Ans: - During a stressful situation Which of the following can help reduce stress levels? • Exercise • Drinking coffee • Taking on extra shifts • Limiting sleep during the day [Ans: - Exercise Which of the following can help improve the quality of sleep? • Varying your sleep cycle • Frequent use of alcohol • Reducing exercise levels • Limiting caffeine intake [Ans: - Limiting caffeine intake If you feel you have been harassed at work, you should first ___________. • consult an attorney • report it to a supervisor • contact the media • wait to see if it happens again [Ans: - report it to a supervisor Employee assistance programs (EAPs) provide ________. • immunizations • counseling services • physical exams • drug testing [Ans: - counseling services Denial, anger, and bargaining are stages of __________. • the grieving process • critical incident stress management • cumulative stress • defusing sessions [Ans: - the grieving process Which of the following is a common characteristic of mental health problems? • Trouble sleeping • Intermittent sadness • Lack of impulse control • Forgetfulness [Ans: - Lack of impulse control