EMD COURSE V14 EXAM/ EMD COURSE
V14 ACTUAL FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS -
VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED
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What is the first link in the patient care chain of survival?
Recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response system.
What is the second link in the patient care chain of survival?
Early cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with an emphasis on high-quality chest
compressions.
What is the third link in the patient care chain of survival?
Rapid defibrillation.
What is the fourth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Advanced resuscitation by EMS and other healthcare providers.
What is the fifth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Post-cardiac arrest care.
What is the sixth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Recovery (including additional treatment, observation, rehabilitation, and psychological
support).
What is the most appropriate Determinant Code for an alert 48-year-old female
diabetic patient with low blood sugar? The patient is behaving and breathing
normally.
,13-A-1
What is the most appropriate Determinate Code for a 25-year-old male who is in
insulin shock? During Case Entry, the caller reported that the patient was
throwing things. During Key Questions, the caller reports that the patient is
unaware of his surroundings and "speaking crazy," but breathing normally.
13-C-2 or 13-C-1
Protocol 36 - Case Exit
The final protocol used to provide post-dispatch instructions once the chief complaint
protocol is complete, and the scene is stable or help is on the way.
Protocol 36.1 - 1st Party Caller Instructions
Provides medical or trauma-specific instructions to the patient directly. Includes NPO
(nothing by mouth) guidance unless diabetic and alert, and positioning advice based on
complaint type.
Protocol 36.2 - Routine Disconnect (1st Party)
Used when the patient is stable and no further monitoring is required. Includes scene
preparation instructions: secure pets, gather medications, unlock doors, and activate
exterior lights.
Protocol 36.3 - Stay on Line (1st Party)
Applied when the patient is stable but continued monitoring is necessary, or if the
patient is unstable or not alert. Dispatcher remains on the line until responders arrive.
Protocol 36X - X-Card Exit (2nd Party)
, Used when the caller is not returning to the patient. Includes reassurance, NPO
instructions (unless diabetic and alert), and a directive to call back if the situation
worsens.
Protocol 36.1X - 2nd Party Caller Instructions
Provides medical or trauma-specific instructions to a caller who is with the patient.
Includes positioning, NPO guidance, and monitoring instructions.
Protocol 36.2X - Routine Disconnect (2nd Party)
Used when the patient is stable and the caller is with them. Includes monitoring for
changes in consciousness or vomiting, and scene preparation instructions.
Protocol 36.3X - Stay on Line (2nd Party)
Applied when the patient is unstable or requires continued monitoring. Dispatcher
remains on the line with the 2nd party caller until responders arrive.
EMD
Emergency Medical Dispatcher - a trained professional who uses structured protocols to
assess medical emergencies and provide pre-arrival instructions.
NPO
Nil Per Os – Latin for “nothing by mouth.” Used to prevent complications in patients who
may require surgery or have altered consciousness.
ALS
Advanced Life Support - a higher level of prehospital care provided by paramedics,
including IV therapy, intubation, and medication administration.
BLS
V14 ACTUAL FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS -
VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED
A+
What is the first link in the patient care chain of survival?
Recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response system.
What is the second link in the patient care chain of survival?
Early cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with an emphasis on high-quality chest
compressions.
What is the third link in the patient care chain of survival?
Rapid defibrillation.
What is the fourth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Advanced resuscitation by EMS and other healthcare providers.
What is the fifth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Post-cardiac arrest care.
What is the sixth link in the patient care chain of survival?
Recovery (including additional treatment, observation, rehabilitation, and psychological
support).
What is the most appropriate Determinant Code for an alert 48-year-old female
diabetic patient with low blood sugar? The patient is behaving and breathing
normally.
,13-A-1
What is the most appropriate Determinate Code for a 25-year-old male who is in
insulin shock? During Case Entry, the caller reported that the patient was
throwing things. During Key Questions, the caller reports that the patient is
unaware of his surroundings and "speaking crazy," but breathing normally.
13-C-2 or 13-C-1
Protocol 36 - Case Exit
The final protocol used to provide post-dispatch instructions once the chief complaint
protocol is complete, and the scene is stable or help is on the way.
Protocol 36.1 - 1st Party Caller Instructions
Provides medical or trauma-specific instructions to the patient directly. Includes NPO
(nothing by mouth) guidance unless diabetic and alert, and positioning advice based on
complaint type.
Protocol 36.2 - Routine Disconnect (1st Party)
Used when the patient is stable and no further monitoring is required. Includes scene
preparation instructions: secure pets, gather medications, unlock doors, and activate
exterior lights.
Protocol 36.3 - Stay on Line (1st Party)
Applied when the patient is stable but continued monitoring is necessary, or if the
patient is unstable or not alert. Dispatcher remains on the line until responders arrive.
Protocol 36X - X-Card Exit (2nd Party)
, Used when the caller is not returning to the patient. Includes reassurance, NPO
instructions (unless diabetic and alert), and a directive to call back if the situation
worsens.
Protocol 36.1X - 2nd Party Caller Instructions
Provides medical or trauma-specific instructions to a caller who is with the patient.
Includes positioning, NPO guidance, and monitoring instructions.
Protocol 36.2X - Routine Disconnect (2nd Party)
Used when the patient is stable and the caller is with them. Includes monitoring for
changes in consciousness or vomiting, and scene preparation instructions.
Protocol 36.3X - Stay on Line (2nd Party)
Applied when the patient is unstable or requires continued monitoring. Dispatcher
remains on the line with the 2nd party caller until responders arrive.
EMD
Emergency Medical Dispatcher - a trained professional who uses structured protocols to
assess medical emergencies and provide pre-arrival instructions.
NPO
Nil Per Os – Latin for “nothing by mouth.” Used to prevent complications in patients who
may require surgery or have altered consciousness.
ALS
Advanced Life Support - a higher level of prehospital care provided by paramedics,
including IV therapy, intubation, and medication administration.
BLS
