EMT 115 MIDTERM 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A
2026-2027 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the EMT's primary responsibility upon arriving at an
emergency scene?
A. Begin CPR immediately
B. Ensure scene safety
C. Administer medication
D. Interview witnesses
Correct Answer: B. Ensure scene safety
Rationale: EMTs must first ensure the scene is safe before
approaching the patient to avoid becoming victims themselves.
2. Which component is included in the primary assessment?
A. Medical history
B. Airway assessment
C. Family history
D. Insurance information
Correct Answer: B. Airway assessment
Rationale: The primary assessment focuses on life-threatening
conditions including airway, breathing, and circulation.
,3. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should always
be worn when blood exposure is possible?
A. Boots only
B. Gloves
C. Helmet only
D. Reflective vest
Correct Answer: B. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne
pathogens.
4. Which airway maneuver should be used in a patient
without suspected spinal injury?
A. Jaw-thrust maneuver
B. Head tilt–chin lift
C. Recovery position
D. Abdominal thrust
Correct Answer: B. Head tilt–chin lift
Rationale: The head tilt–chin lift effectively opens the airway
when spinal injury is not suspected.
5. Which pulse should be checked in an unconscious adult?
A. Radial
B. Carotid
,C. Pedal
D. Brachial
Correct Answer: B. Carotid
Rationale: The carotid pulse is the recommended central pulse
for unconscious adults.
6. Normal adult respiratory rate is:
A. 6–10 breaths/minute
B. 12–20 breaths/minute
C. 22–30 breaths/minute
D. 30–40 breaths/minute
Correct Answer: B. 12–20 breaths/minute
Rationale: A healthy adult typically breathes 12–20 times per
minute.
7. What does AVPU assess?
A. Heart rhythm
B. Level of consciousness
C. Blood pressure
D. Oxygen saturation
Correct Answer: B. Level of consciousness
Rationale: AVPU stands for Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive.
, 8. Which oxygen delivery device provides the highest
concentration of oxygen to a breathing patient?
A. Nasal cannula
B. Simple face mask
C. Non-rebreather mask
D. Venturi mask
Correct Answer: C. Non-rebreather mask
Rationale: A non-rebreather mask can deliver up to 95%
oxygen.
9. Which assessment is performed after life threats are
managed?
A. Primary assessment
B. Secondary assessment
C. Scene size-up
D. Triage
Correct Answer: B. Secondary assessment
Rationale: The secondary assessment identifies additional
injuries or illnesses.
10. The universal emergency phone number in the United
States is:
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A
2026-2027 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. What is the EMT's primary responsibility upon arriving at an
emergency scene?
A. Begin CPR immediately
B. Ensure scene safety
C. Administer medication
D. Interview witnesses
Correct Answer: B. Ensure scene safety
Rationale: EMTs must first ensure the scene is safe before
approaching the patient to avoid becoming victims themselves.
2. Which component is included in the primary assessment?
A. Medical history
B. Airway assessment
C. Family history
D. Insurance information
Correct Answer: B. Airway assessment
Rationale: The primary assessment focuses on life-threatening
conditions including airway, breathing, and circulation.
,3. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should always
be worn when blood exposure is possible?
A. Boots only
B. Gloves
C. Helmet only
D. Reflective vest
Correct Answer: B. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne
pathogens.
4. Which airway maneuver should be used in a patient
without suspected spinal injury?
A. Jaw-thrust maneuver
B. Head tilt–chin lift
C. Recovery position
D. Abdominal thrust
Correct Answer: B. Head tilt–chin lift
Rationale: The head tilt–chin lift effectively opens the airway
when spinal injury is not suspected.
5. Which pulse should be checked in an unconscious adult?
A. Radial
B. Carotid
,C. Pedal
D. Brachial
Correct Answer: B. Carotid
Rationale: The carotid pulse is the recommended central pulse
for unconscious adults.
6. Normal adult respiratory rate is:
A. 6–10 breaths/minute
B. 12–20 breaths/minute
C. 22–30 breaths/minute
D. 30–40 breaths/minute
Correct Answer: B. 12–20 breaths/minute
Rationale: A healthy adult typically breathes 12–20 times per
minute.
7. What does AVPU assess?
A. Heart rhythm
B. Level of consciousness
C. Blood pressure
D. Oxygen saturation
Correct Answer: B. Level of consciousness
Rationale: AVPU stands for Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive.
, 8. Which oxygen delivery device provides the highest
concentration of oxygen to a breathing patient?
A. Nasal cannula
B. Simple face mask
C. Non-rebreather mask
D. Venturi mask
Correct Answer: C. Non-rebreather mask
Rationale: A non-rebreather mask can deliver up to 95%
oxygen.
9. Which assessment is performed after life threats are
managed?
A. Primary assessment
B. Secondary assessment
C. Scene size-up
D. Triage
Correct Answer: B. Secondary assessment
Rationale: The secondary assessment identifies additional
injuries or illnesses.
10. The universal emergency phone number in the United
States is:
