EMR Chapters 1-21 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

EMR Chapters 1-21 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which of the following best describes "standard precautions"? A) Wearing gloves only for visible blood B) Avoiding contact with any patient C) Treating all body fluids as potentially infectious D) Using hand sanitizer instead of washing When obtaining consent from a conscious adult patient, you should: A) Assume consent without asking B) Start treatment immediately C) Wait for family permission D) Explain who you are and what you plan to do Which of the following is NOT part of the primary assessment? A) Checking airway B) Assessing breathing 2 C) Circulation check D) Obtaining SAMPLE history What is the correct compression depth for adult CPR? A) At least 2 inches (5 cm) B) About 1 inch C) About 3 inches D) Less than 1 inch When performing rescue breaths on an adult, you should give each breath over: A) 5 seconds B) 1 second C) 10 seconds D) 3 seconds Which of the following is a sign of adequate breathing? A) Gasping B) No chest rise 3 C) Regular and effortless breaths D) Slow and shallow breaths What is the proper way to open the airway of an unconscious patient with suspected spinal injury? A) Head-tilt, chin-lift B) Jaw-thrust maneuver without head tilt C) Finger sweep D) Suctioning When should you activate the EMS system? A) Only after starting treatment B) When the patient asks for help C) As soon as you recognize an emergency D) After checking vital signs Which of the following is a symptom of shock? A) Flushed, warm skin 4 B) Slow pulse C) Cool, clammy skin D) Normal breathing The purpose of the SAMPLE history is to: A) Gather important patient information B) Check vital signs C) Assess airway D) Control bleeding What is the best way to control severe bleeding? A) Elevate limb only B) Apply direct pressure C) Use cold pack D) Wait for EMS Which of the following is a sign of a stroke? A) Chest pain 5 B) Sudden weakness on one side C) Slurred speech D) Fever If a patient is choking and unconscious, you should: A) Give back blows B) Perform abdominal thrusts C) Start CPR D) Wait for EMS