EMT FISDAP Paramedic Entrance Exam - 100 Questions and Answers () (Verified by Expert)

EMT FISDAP Paramedic Entrance Exam - 100 Questions
and Answers () (Verified by Expert)




Questions 1-20: Anatomy & Physiology
1. Which of the following structures is part of the upper airway?
A. Trachea
B. Bronchus
C. Pharynx
D. Bronchiole
-answer :C
Explanation: The upper airway includes the nose, mouth, pharynx, and larynx.
The trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles are part of the lower airway.
2. The primary muscle of respiration is the:
A. Intercostal muscles
B. Diaphragm
C. Sternocleidomastoid
D. Abdominal muscles
-answer :B
Explanation: The diaphragm is the primary muscle of respiration. During normal
breathing, it contracts and flattens, increasing thoracic volume and causing
inhalation.
3. Blood returning from the body enters the heart through which chamber first?
A. Left atrium
B. Left ventricle
C. Right atrium

,D. Right ventricle
-answer :C
Explanation: Deoxygenated blood returns via the superior and inferior vena cava
to the right atrium, then flows to the right ventricle, to the lungs, then to the left
atrium and left ventricle.
4. Which vessel carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?
A. Pulmonary artery
B. Pulmonary vein
C. Aorta
D. Coronary artery
-answer :B
Explanation: The pulmonary veins carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the
left atrium. The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right
ventricle to the lungs.
5. The "Adam's apple" is formed by which structure?
A. Thyroid cartilage
B. Cricoid cartilage
C. Arytenoid cartilage
D. Epiglottis
-answer :A
Explanation: The thyroid cartilage forms the anterior portion of the larynx and is
more prominent in males, creating the "Adam's apple."
6. The exchange of gases between the blood and tissues occurs in the:
A. Arteries
B. Veins
C. Capillaries
D. Venules
-answer :C
Explanation: Capillaries are the smallest blood vessels where oxygen and
nutrients diffuse to tissues, and waste products diffuse into the blood.
7. Which part of the brain controls basic functions like breathing and heart rate?

,A. Cerebrum
B. Cerebellum
C. Medulla oblongata
D. Hypothalamus
-answer :C
Explanation: The medulla oblongata controls autonomic functions including
respiration, heart rate, and blood pressure.
8. The spleen is primarily located in which abdominal quadrant?
A. Right upper quadrant
B. Right lower quadrant
C. Left upper quadrant
D. Left lower quadrant
-answer :C
Explanation: The spleen is located in the left upper quadrant, protected by the rib
cage.
9. Which bone forms the forehead?
A. Parietal bone
B. Occipital bone
C. Frontal bone
D. Temporal bone
-answer :C
Explanation: The frontal bone forms the forehead and the roof of the orbits.
10. Insulin is produced by which organ?
A. Liver
B. Pancreas
C. Gallbladder
D. Stomach
-answer :B
Explanation: The pancreas produces insulin (from beta cells) and glucagon (from
alpha cells) to regulate blood glucose.
11. The normal adult heart rate range is:

, A. 40-80 beats per minute
B. 60-100 beats per minute
C. 80-120 beats per minute
D. 100-140 beats per minute
-answer :B
Explanation: Normal adult resting heart rate is 60-100 bpm. Trained athletes may
have lower rates (40-60 bpm).
12. Which valve separates the left atrium from the left ventricle?
A. Tricuspid valve
B. Pulmonary valve
C. Aortic valve
D. Mitral (bicuspid) valve
-answer :D
Explanation: The mitral (bicuspid) valve separates the left atrium and left
ventricle. The tricuspid valve separates the right atrium and right ventricle.
13. The primary function of platelets is:
A. Carry oxygen
B. Fight infection
C. Blood clotting
D. Remove waste
-answer :C
Explanation: Platelets (thrombocytes) are involved in hemostasis—forming blood
clots to stop bleeding.
14. Which of the following is NOT a sign of inflammation?
A. Redness
B. Coolness
C. Swelling
D. Pain
-answer :B
Explanation: The five classic signs of inflammation are redness, heat, swelling,
pain, and loss of function. Coolness would indicate reduced blood flow, not
inflammation.