EMT Chapter 4 Questions and Answers 100% Correct

Communicating with hearing- impaired patients can be facilitated by doing all of the following, EXPECT: a.) shining a light on your face when you are in a darkened environment b.) elevating the tone of your voice and exaggerating word pronunciation c.) placing yourself in a position to ensure that the patient can see your lips d.) providing pen and paper if the patient refers to write his or her response elevating the tone of your voice and exaggerating word pronunciation What type of communications equipment functions as a radio receiver and searches across several frequencies? a.) scanner b.) duplex station c.) simplex station d.) mobile repeater scanner General guidelines for effective radio communications include all of the following EXCEPT: a.) speaking in a clear, calm, monotone voice b.) acknowledging a transmission as soon as possible c.) using 10 codes to ensure traffic confidentiality d.) holding the microphone about 2" to 3" from your mouth using 10 codes to ensure traffic confidentiality Which of the following statements regarding a patient refusal is MOST correct? a.) a patient who consumed a few beers will likely be able to refuse EMS treatment b.) advice given to a patient who refuses EMS treatment should not be documented c.) a mentally competent adult has the legal right to refuse EMS care and transport