LESS STRESS - MOD 8 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS. A+ GRADE 2025/2026.
How did ambulances start being used? - ANS 1700s - horse drawn ambulances were used in
major US cities
1800s - ambulances used in Napoleonic Wars
1860s - ambulances used in US hospitals w/ limited supplies
1960s - first motor powered ambulance (hearse since pt could lay down in it and if died
convenient)
How have ambulances changed today? - ANS more advanced medical equipment
(sometimes directly transmitting info to the ED), higher emphasis on rapid response which
increases danger for EMS workers
What is an ambulance? Who determines the design? - ANS a vehicle that is used for treating
and transporting patients who need emergency medical care to a hospital. Designed according
to government regulations and have large pt compartments
KKK Specification - ANS document published by the fed gov, first blueprint for ambulance
requirements
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,Who sometimes treats patients before the ambulance arrives? - ANS first responders such as
police, firefighters, etc. w/ sometimes limited knowledge + basic care techniques
sometimes FF/EMT or Medic
What are the components of a modern ambulance? - ANS drivers compartment
pt compartment big enough for 2 EMTS + 2 supine pts
equipment and supplies
2 way radio communication
design for max safety and comfort
How are Type 1 ambulances designed? What does this mean in the event of a crash? -
ANS chassis foundation structure that is made by a car company (jeep, dodge, ford, etc) that
supports the ambulance from underneath (wheels, underwiring, driver's compartment)
then chassis sold to an ambulance conversion company that adds the back box with the
equipment (cabinets, benches, etc)
means that the base (chassis + drivers compartment) very safe and well tested, so less damage
whereas ambulance conversion components more about comfort + convenience and less well
tested = more danger to providers + pt in back since not well tested
crashworthiness - ANS How well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash
(ex = chassis + driver's compartment tested for crashworthiness and survivability with good
results)
What is the star of life? What does it mean? What does it mean if there is an R with a circle next
to it? - ANS The six-pointed star emblem that identifies vehicles that meet federal
specifications as licensed or certified ambulances.
R = registered as trademark of the department of transportation
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,Where is the star of life usually located? - ANS on the sides, roof, rear of the ambulance as
emblem of emergency care
Who establishes ambulance licensing or certification standards? - ANS the state
What are the 9 phases of an ambulance call? - ANS 1. Preparation
2. Dispatch
3. En route
4. Arrival at scene
5. Transfer of patient to ambulance
6. En route to receiving facility (transport)
7. At receiving facility (delivery)
8. En route to station
9. Postrun
How often should ambulance inspections occur? What should the EMT look for? - ANS every
shift (2 12 hr shifts = 2 inspections)
inspect cleanliness, quantity + function of equipment/supplies
What should the cabinets and drawers of an ambulance have? - ANS transparent front
labeled
able to open easily
close securely (since ambulance moving vehicle)
What is some basic supplies that should be carried on an ambulance? - ANS basic supplies =
common supplies
- airway + ventilation equipment (various sizes)
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, - portable + on board O2
- portable + on board suction
- bandages
- CPR equipment ( AED)
- splinting supplies
- OB kits
- pt transfer equipment (stretcher, stair chair, long backboard, short backboard/immobilization
device)
- pre planning + navigation equipment
- medications
- jump kit
What should always be done before using any items on the ambulance? - ANS check the
expiration date
What is a jump kit? - ANS A portable kit containing items that are used in the initial care of
the patient such as penlight, bp cuff, gloves, glucose, stethoscope, penlight, dressings +
bandages, BVM
What is PPR ambulances may carry? - ANS face shield
N95 masks
gowns, shoe covers, caps
turnout gear
helmets w/ face shield or safety goggles
safety shoes or boots
tactical vests
Can an ambulance carry more or less than what is required by the state? - ANS can carry
more but not less
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QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS. A+ GRADE 2025/2026.
How did ambulances start being used? - ANS 1700s - horse drawn ambulances were used in
major US cities
1800s - ambulances used in Napoleonic Wars
1860s - ambulances used in US hospitals w/ limited supplies
1960s - first motor powered ambulance (hearse since pt could lay down in it and if died
convenient)
How have ambulances changed today? - ANS more advanced medical equipment
(sometimes directly transmitting info to the ED), higher emphasis on rapid response which
increases danger for EMS workers
What is an ambulance? Who determines the design? - ANS a vehicle that is used for treating
and transporting patients who need emergency medical care to a hospital. Designed according
to government regulations and have large pt compartments
KKK Specification - ANS document published by the fed gov, first blueprint for ambulance
requirements
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED
,Who sometimes treats patients before the ambulance arrives? - ANS first responders such as
police, firefighters, etc. w/ sometimes limited knowledge + basic care techniques
sometimes FF/EMT or Medic
What are the components of a modern ambulance? - ANS drivers compartment
pt compartment big enough for 2 EMTS + 2 supine pts
equipment and supplies
2 way radio communication
design for max safety and comfort
How are Type 1 ambulances designed? What does this mean in the event of a crash? -
ANS chassis foundation structure that is made by a car company (jeep, dodge, ford, etc) that
supports the ambulance from underneath (wheels, underwiring, driver's compartment)
then chassis sold to an ambulance conversion company that adds the back box with the
equipment (cabinets, benches, etc)
means that the base (chassis + drivers compartment) very safe and well tested, so less damage
whereas ambulance conversion components more about comfort + convenience and less well
tested = more danger to providers + pt in back since not well tested
crashworthiness - ANS How well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash
(ex = chassis + driver's compartment tested for crashworthiness and survivability with good
results)
What is the star of life? What does it mean? What does it mean if there is an R with a circle next
to it? - ANS The six-pointed star emblem that identifies vehicles that meet federal
specifications as licensed or certified ambulances.
R = registered as trademark of the department of transportation
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,Where is the star of life usually located? - ANS on the sides, roof, rear of the ambulance as
emblem of emergency care
Who establishes ambulance licensing or certification standards? - ANS the state
What are the 9 phases of an ambulance call? - ANS 1. Preparation
2. Dispatch
3. En route
4. Arrival at scene
5. Transfer of patient to ambulance
6. En route to receiving facility (transport)
7. At receiving facility (delivery)
8. En route to station
9. Postrun
How often should ambulance inspections occur? What should the EMT look for? - ANS every
shift (2 12 hr shifts = 2 inspections)
inspect cleanliness, quantity + function of equipment/supplies
What should the cabinets and drawers of an ambulance have? - ANS transparent front
labeled
able to open easily
close securely (since ambulance moving vehicle)
What is some basic supplies that should be carried on an ambulance? - ANS basic supplies =
common supplies
- airway + ventilation equipment (various sizes)
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, - portable + on board O2
- portable + on board suction
- bandages
- CPR equipment ( AED)
- splinting supplies
- OB kits
- pt transfer equipment (stretcher, stair chair, long backboard, short backboard/immobilization
device)
- pre planning + navigation equipment
- medications
- jump kit
What should always be done before using any items on the ambulance? - ANS check the
expiration date
What is a jump kit? - ANS A portable kit containing items that are used in the initial care of
the patient such as penlight, bp cuff, gloves, glucose, stethoscope, penlight, dressings +
bandages, BVM
What is PPR ambulances may carry? - ANS face shield
N95 masks
gowns, shoe covers, caps
turnout gear
helmets w/ face shield or safety goggles
safety shoes or boots
tactical vests
Can an ambulance carry more or less than what is required by the state? - ANS can carry
more but not less
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