Final Exam Review EMT-B Basic| Test
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The curriculum for all EMS courses is set by which organization? DOT
Which organization provides national standards for EMT testing and certification? National
Registry
What is the title of the physician who authorizes or delegates authority to provide medical care in
the field? Medical Control
Which term refers to the ongoing process that includes recognition, patient assessment,
continued assessment, stabilization in the hospital, and definitive care? Continuum of Care
Which of the following types of stress is characterized by long-term accumulation of stressors
over time? Cumulative stress
Which of the following is a sign or symptom of stress? Increased respiratory rate, heart rate,
and blood pressure
Which of the following is a strategy for managing stress? Change your attitude toward
challenges
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,Which of the following is true about the body's response during an acute stress reaction? The
autonomic nervous system is activated, increasing heart rate and breathing rate.
When experiencing stress, which physical changes might occur? Vasodilation, dilated pupils,
tensed muscles, and increased glucose levels
What is the primary cause of the body's "fight or flight" response? Increased levels of corticol
and adrenaline
What can contribute to a decrease in appetite and a loss of interest in work due to stress?
Stress-induced hormonal changes
In a critical incident, how might a person experiencing stress react emotionally? Anxiety,
guilt, and irritability
What physical symptom of stress affects the gastrointestinal tract? Decreased blood flow to
the gastrointestinal tract
What can be done to reduce the negative effects of stress in the workplace? Change work
hours, reduce overtime, and change partners
2
, How does the autonomic nervous system contribute to the "fight or flight" response? It
activates the body’s stress hormones, preparing it for immediate physical action.
Which of the following behaviors might be associated with long-term stress? Alcoholism or
drug use
Which of the following is an important part of stress management? Exercise and maintaining
a healthy diet
What type of stress reaction is commonly seen after a traumatic incident or emergency? Post-
traumatic stress reaction
What action can reduce workplace stress in EMS personnel? Get rid of negative personalities
Which of the following signs of stress affects cognitive function? Inability to concentrate
When experiencing an acute stress response, blood is redirected from where to where? From
extremities to major muscle groups
What could be a long-term effect of unresolved stress in EMS workers? Chronic stress
leading to health problems
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Questions and Answers| Solved 100%
The curriculum for all EMS courses is set by which organization? DOT
Which organization provides national standards for EMT testing and certification? National
Registry
What is the title of the physician who authorizes or delegates authority to provide medical care in
the field? Medical Control
Which term refers to the ongoing process that includes recognition, patient assessment,
continued assessment, stabilization in the hospital, and definitive care? Continuum of Care
Which of the following types of stress is characterized by long-term accumulation of stressors
over time? Cumulative stress
Which of the following is a sign or symptom of stress? Increased respiratory rate, heart rate,
and blood pressure
Which of the following is a strategy for managing stress? Change your attitude toward
challenges
1
,Which of the following is true about the body's response during an acute stress reaction? The
autonomic nervous system is activated, increasing heart rate and breathing rate.
When experiencing stress, which physical changes might occur? Vasodilation, dilated pupils,
tensed muscles, and increased glucose levels
What is the primary cause of the body's "fight or flight" response? Increased levels of corticol
and adrenaline
What can contribute to a decrease in appetite and a loss of interest in work due to stress?
Stress-induced hormonal changes
In a critical incident, how might a person experiencing stress react emotionally? Anxiety,
guilt, and irritability
What physical symptom of stress affects the gastrointestinal tract? Decreased blood flow to
the gastrointestinal tract
What can be done to reduce the negative effects of stress in the workplace? Change work
hours, reduce overtime, and change partners
2
, How does the autonomic nervous system contribute to the "fight or flight" response? It
activates the body’s stress hormones, preparing it for immediate physical action.
Which of the following behaviors might be associated with long-term stress? Alcoholism or
drug use
Which of the following is an important part of stress management? Exercise and maintaining
a healthy diet
What type of stress reaction is commonly seen after a traumatic incident or emergency? Post-
traumatic stress reaction
What action can reduce workplace stress in EMS personnel? Get rid of negative personalities
Which of the following signs of stress affects cognitive function? Inability to concentrate
When experiencing an acute stress response, blood is redirected from where to where? From
extremities to major muscle groups
What could be a long-term effect of unresolved stress in EMS workers? Chronic stress
leading to health problems
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