EMSU Exam Questions & Correct Answers (Grade A+)

EMSU Exam Questions & Correct Answers
(Grade A+)
Question 1
Q17: Which of the following moves should be performed when a patient must be
moved immediately and no standard move is possible? | A. Non-urgent move | B.
Urgent move | C. Emergency move | D. Direct ground lift
Correct Answer
Emergency move



Question 2
EMS training level that activates the EMS system and provides immediate care for life-
threatening problems? Options: A. Emergency Medical Dispatcher B. Emergency
Medical Responder C. EMT D. Cardiac care responder
Correct Answer
B



Question 3
Why is inspecting senior center rooms for fall hazards important? Options: A. Injury
prevention in the community B. Makes taxpayers happy C. Minimizes 911 calls at
night D. Good practice for next emergency call
Correct Answer
A



Question 4
Q47: Good Samaritan laws protect EMTs when: | A. They exceed scope off duty | B.
They act as lay persons off duty | C. They help others in emergencies | D. They cannot
be sued for negligence
Correct Answer
They help others in emergencies




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,Question 5
Graves' disease is an example of a condition caused by: | A. Too many hormones | B.
Adrenal insufficiency | C. Damage to the medulla oblongata | D. Gastrointestinal
bleeding
Correct Answer
Too many hormones



Question 6
Q15: What is the first step in lifting any object? | A. Position your feet properly | B.
Bend your waist | C. Keep your arms locked | D. Twist to position
Correct Answer
Position your feet properly



Question 7
Digestive disorders can seriously impact nutrient transfer and: | A. Insulin levels | B.
The immune response | C. Hydration levels | D. Neurological function
Correct Answer
Hydration levels



Question 8
Informed consent requires the EMT to do which of the following? | A. Begin care
immediately | B. Explain treatment risks, and consequences | C. Wait for law
enforcement approval | D. Only ask family members,
Correct Answer
Explain treatment, risks, and consequences



Question 9
You are approaching the scene of a motor vehicle crash. Which of the following would
be the first way to safeguard your well-being as an EMT? Options: A. Utilize DOT-
approved reflective safety clothing B. Take personal protective equipment (PPE)
precautions C. Ensure scene safety D. Request additional resources
Correct Answer
C




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,Question 10
Written authorization for an EMS provider to perform a skill in a specific situation is
called? Options: A. Standing order B. On-line protocol C. Standard of care D. Direct
medical order
Correct Answer
A



Question 11
Which device is used for spinal immobilization? | A. Long backboard | B. Basket
stretcher | C. Scoop stretcher | D. Portable stretcher
Correct Answer
Long backboard



Question 12
What should EMTs do if they cannot find a patient's DNR order? | A. Withhold care | B.
Provide full resuscitative efforts | C. Wait for hospital confirmation | D. Call medical
control only
Correct Answer
Provide full resuscitative efforts



Question 13
A list of steps EMTs follow during assessment and management is called? Options: A.
On-line medical direction B. Standing orders C. Protocols D. Standard operating
procedures
Correct Answer
C



Question 14
If you stop care at the ER and leave before transfer to staff what have you committed?
A. Negligence | B. Abandonment | C. Assault | D. Battery,
Correct Answer
Abandonment




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, Question 15
Q9: Which of the following techniques is most appropriate for moving a patient from
a bed to a stretcher? | A. Log roll | B. Extremity lift | C. Draw-sheet method | D. Direct
ground lift
Correct Answer
Draw-sheet method



Question 16
Which of the following terms refers to a positive form of stress that helps people work
when under pressure and respond effectively? Options: A. Unstress B. Prostress C.
Distress D. Eustress
Correct Answer
D



Question 17
Which of the following statements regarding body mechanics is true? | A. Use your
back to lift | B. Use your legs to lift | C. Twist your torso while lifting | D. Position your
feet close together
Correct Answer
Use your legs to lift



Question 18
What is an advance directive? | A. A law requiring EMTs to resuscitate | B. A legal
document stating patient's wishes | C. Physician's verbal order | D. EMS refusal form
Correct Answer
A legal document stating patient's wishes



Question 19
Q30: What is the proper term for lifting with a full hand grip? | A. Vise grip | B. Power
grip | C. Power lift | D. Lock grip
Correct Answer
Power grip




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