700 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS
, A protocol that is a written document signed by the EMS system's medical director that
outlines specific directions, permissions, and sometimes prohibitions regarding patient
care that is rendered prior to contacting medical control. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Standing order
If a paramedic transports a patient without the patient's consent or uses restraints in a
wrongful manner - CORRECT ANSWER-False Imprisonment
A treatment plan developed for a specific illness or injury. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Protocol
If you must deviate from your protocols because of unusual circumstances, you should
FIRST: - CORRECT ANSWER-Notify Medical Control
HIPPA mandates that: - CORRECT ANSWER-Patient information shall not be shared
with entities or persons not involved in the care of the patient.
HIPPA Defined: - CORRECT ANSWER-a. The first standards established to protect the
confidentiality of a patient's health information.
b. Medical information can be disclosed only if it is necessary for a patient's treatment or
for payment.
c. Special situations such as dog bites, gunshot wounds, and abuse require the release
of patient information without the patient's consent.
According to HIPAA, it is acceptable and permissible for hospitals to: - CORRECT
ANSWER-share information with the EMS providers about patient outcome for
purposes of quality assurance and education.
Wheezing that is resolved with administration of bronchodilator medication was
probably caused by? - CORRECT ANSWER-constriction of smooth muscles
Wheezing is resolved with medications that? - CORRECT ANSWER-Relax the smooth
muscle of the bronchiole
Difficulty with exhalation is MOST characteristic of: - CORRECT ANSWER-obstructive
lung disease
COPD: Emphysema: - CORRECT ANSWER-Characterized by distention of the alveoli
and destructive changes in the lungs.
COPD: Chronic Bronchitis: - CORRECT ANSWER-Defined as sputum production most
days of month for 3 or more months out of year for more than 2 years. Will rarely have