EMT FINAL-JB Learning QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

A critical incident stress debriefing should be conducted no longer than ________ hours following the incident. correct answer: 72 Which of the following skills or interventions is included at every level of prehospital emergency training? correct answer: AED As an EMT, it is important to remember that the signs and symptoms of cumulative stress: correct answer: may not be present or obvious at all times The patient care report (PCR) ensures: correct answer: continuity of care Which of the following scenarios does NOT involve the administration of ALS? A. a 53-year-old patient who is given glucagon for significant hypoglycemia Incorrect B. a 64-year-old cardiac arrest patient who is defibrillated with an automated external defibrillator (AED) Correct C. a 48-year-old patient whose airway is secured with a multilumen device Incorrect D. a 61-year-old trauma patient whose chest is decompressed with a needle Incorrect correct answer: B. a 64-year-old cardiac arrest patient who is defibrillated with an automated external defibrillator (AED) A patient's refusal for EMS treatment and/or transport must be: correct answer: an informed refusal Which of the following MOST accurately defines negligence? correct answer: deviation from the standard of care that may result in further injury Which of the following scenarios MOST accurately depicts abandonment? correct answer: A paramedic transfers patient care to an EMT While assisting an advanced life support (ALS) ambulance crew, you are accidentally stuck with an IV needle. You should: correct answer: report the incident to your supervisor after the call A positive TB skin test indicates that: correct answer: . you have been exposed to the disease. Communicating with hearing-impaired patients can be