EMT Basic Final Exam Practice Test Questions and Answers (2024) (Verified Answers)

EMT Basic Final Exam Practice Test Questions and Answers (2024) (Verified Answers) An 18 year old hiker has been bitten by a rattle snake. His vital signs are bp 140/90 p 130 R 24. You should: - ANSWERCalm the patient and coach him not to move A pulseless and apneic 68 year old male has an implanted pacemaker in his right shoulder Without delaying defibrillation, where should you apply the AED pads? - ANSWERanterior chest and back (between shoulder blades) When infants or children experience breathing difficulties, their pulse may - ANSWERIncrease early, then decrease significantly One of the most problematic side effects of nitroglycerin is - ANSWERhypotension What is the amount of air moved with one normal breath called? - ANSWERtidal volume A 67-year-old female is short of breath and sitting in a tripod position. She is on home oxygen and has had a productive cough over the last few days. During your exam, you note that she is wheezing and breathing with pursed lips. SPO2 is 93%. You should suspect - ANSWERObstructive pulmonary disease A 2-year-old boy has a circumferential burn to his hand up to the wrist. The mother tells you a pot of boiling water spilled onto the boy. You should - ANSWERTransport and inform the ER that you suspect abuse What does pulse oximetry measure? - ANSWERThe amount of hemoglobin that is saturated usually with oxygen You respond to a scene where a mentally ill adult is threatening to kill himself. He is refusing transportation to a hospital. You should - ANSWERask law enforcement for assistance A 23 y/o construction worker twisted his foot climbing up a la