EMT Exam 1 Questions and
Answers
paramedic
the ________________ completes an extensive course of training, from
1,000 to more than 1,300 hours, that significantly increases knowledge and
mastery of basic skills and covers a wide range of ALS skills.
emergency medical technician (EMT)
the ___________________ course requires approximately 150 hours
(more in some states) and provides essential knowledge and skills required
to provide basic emergency care in the field.
advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT)
the ____________________ course ranges between 200 and 400 hours
and teaches skills such as IV therapy, the use of advanced airway
adjuncts, and the knowledge and skills necessary to administer a limited
number of medications.
emergency medical responder (EMR)
__________________ training provides skills necessary to initiate
immediate care and focuses on providing immediate BLS and urgent care
with limited equipment.
,public safety access point
a ___________ can be reached by dialing 9-1-1
medical director
a _____________ determines appropriate care in a set of written standing
orders and protocols
mobile integrated healthcare (MIH)
in ______________ , an integrated team of health care professionals
delivers health care services and connects patients with other resources.
community paramedicine
in ________________ , providers receive advanced training including
performing health evaluations and administering immunizations.
false - the development of airbags in vehicles is an example of secondary
prevention
TRUE or FALSE. The development of airbags in vehicles is an example of
primary prevention.
true
TRUE or FALSE. Evidence-based research is the primary means of
determining if changes need to be made in patient care.
false - the focus of the public health arm of health care is prevention.
TRUE or FALSE. The focus of the public health arm of health care is
education.
,true
TRUE or FALSE. ALS-level instructors and directors must hold a four-year
degree.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Which of the following agencies is the source of the EMS Agenda for the
Future, the multidisciplinary national review of all aspects of EMS delivery?
Providing cervical spine immobilization (secondary prevention attempts to
limit the effects of an injury or illness that cannot be prevented)
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?
certification
Which of the following is the process in which a person, institution, or
program is evaluated and recognized as meeting predetermined standards
to provide safe and ethical care?
EMT
At what level is an individual who has training in basic life support, including
automated external defibrillation, use of a definitive airway adjunct, and
assisting patients with certain medications?
It limits the availability of a patient's health care information.
What is the primary feature of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
, Department of Transportation (DOT)
Which organization developed and published the first curriculum that
served as the guideline for EMT training?
the state in which the EMT practices
Which of the following entities controls licensure of EMTs?
Health care in the United States is expensive but does not necessarily
provide better health outcomes.
Which of the following statements about health care in the United States is
true?
prevention
Public health examines the health needs of entire populations. In the
United States, public health focuses on education and what else?
quality control
The responsibility of the medical director to ensure the appropriate medical
care standards are met by EMTs on each call is called what?
The main area in which the EMS agency operates
What is an EMT's primary service area?
the receiving nurse or doctor
You are caring for a driver who struck a light pole. She admits to drinking
alcohol but orders you not to tell anyone. You should report the information
to __________.
Answers
paramedic
the ________________ completes an extensive course of training, from
1,000 to more than 1,300 hours, that significantly increases knowledge and
mastery of basic skills and covers a wide range of ALS skills.
emergency medical technician (EMT)
the ___________________ course requires approximately 150 hours
(more in some states) and provides essential knowledge and skills required
to provide basic emergency care in the field.
advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT)
the ____________________ course ranges between 200 and 400 hours
and teaches skills such as IV therapy, the use of advanced airway
adjuncts, and the knowledge and skills necessary to administer a limited
number of medications.
emergency medical responder (EMR)
__________________ training provides skills necessary to initiate
immediate care and focuses on providing immediate BLS and urgent care
with limited equipment.
,public safety access point
a ___________ can be reached by dialing 9-1-1
medical director
a _____________ determines appropriate care in a set of written standing
orders and protocols
mobile integrated healthcare (MIH)
in ______________ , an integrated team of health care professionals
delivers health care services and connects patients with other resources.
community paramedicine
in ________________ , providers receive advanced training including
performing health evaluations and administering immunizations.
false - the development of airbags in vehicles is an example of secondary
prevention
TRUE or FALSE. The development of airbags in vehicles is an example of
primary prevention.
true
TRUE or FALSE. Evidence-based research is the primary means of
determining if changes need to be made in patient care.
false - the focus of the public health arm of health care is prevention.
TRUE or FALSE. The focus of the public health arm of health care is
education.
,true
TRUE or FALSE. ALS-level instructors and directors must hold a four-year
degree.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Which of the following agencies is the source of the EMS Agenda for the
Future, the multidisciplinary national review of all aspects of EMS delivery?
Providing cervical spine immobilization (secondary prevention attempts to
limit the effects of an injury or illness that cannot be prevented)
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention?
certification
Which of the following is the process in which a person, institution, or
program is evaluated and recognized as meeting predetermined standards
to provide safe and ethical care?
EMT
At what level is an individual who has training in basic life support, including
automated external defibrillation, use of a definitive airway adjunct, and
assisting patients with certain medications?
It limits the availability of a patient's health care information.
What is the primary feature of the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
, Department of Transportation (DOT)
Which organization developed and published the first curriculum that
served as the guideline for EMT training?
the state in which the EMT practices
Which of the following entities controls licensure of EMTs?
Health care in the United States is expensive but does not necessarily
provide better health outcomes.
Which of the following statements about health care in the United States is
true?
prevention
Public health examines the health needs of entire populations. In the
United States, public health focuses on education and what else?
quality control
The responsibility of the medical director to ensure the appropriate medical
care standards are met by EMTs on each call is called what?
The main area in which the EMS agency operates
What is an EMT's primary service area?
the receiving nurse or doctor
You are caring for a driver who struck a light pole. She admits to drinking
alcohol but orders you not to tell anyone. You should report the information
to __________.
