EMT TEST #1 (Ch.1-8) Questions with correct answers

Supine Correct Answer - Prone Correct Answer - Fowler Correct Answer - Levels of EMS Training Correct Answer - 1. Emergency Medical Responder 2. Emeregency Medical Technician 3. Advanced Emergency Medical Tech. Quality Improvement Correct Answer - A process of continuous self-review with the purpose of identifying and correcting aspects of the system that require improvement. Medical Director Correct Answer - A physician who assumes ultimate responsibility for the patient-care aspects of the EMS system Protocols Correct Answer - Lists of steps to be taken in different situations. Standing Orders Correct Answer - A policy or protocol issued by a Med. Director that authorizes EMTs and others to perform particular skills in certain situations. Off-line Medical Direction Correct Answer - Standing orders issued by the Med. Director that allow EMTs to give certain medications or perform certain procedures without speaking to the Med. Director.