EMT Chapter 1 AAOS Eleventh Edition questions with correct answers

Advanced EMT CORRECT ANSWER An individual who has training in specific aspects of advanced life support, such as intravenous therapy, and the administration of certain emergency medications. Advanced Life Support CORRECT ANSWER Advanced lifesaving procedures, some of which are now being provided by the EMT. Americans With Disabilities Act CORRECT ANSWER Comprehensive legislation that is designed to protect people with disabilities against discrimination. Automated External Defibrillator CORRECT ANSWER A device that detects treatable life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias (Ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia) and delivers the appropriate electrical shock to the patient. Certification CORRECT ANSWER A process in which a person, and institution, or a program is evaluated and recognized as meeting predetermined standards to provide safe and ethical care. Community Paramedicine CORRECT ANSWER A health care model in which experienced paramedics receive advanced training to equip them to provide additional services in the prehospital environment, such as health evaluations, monitoring of chronic illnesses or conditi