National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Emergency Medical Technician Psychomotor Examination
BLEEDING CONTROL/SHOCK MANAGEMENT
Candidate: Examiner:
Date: Signature:
Possible Points
Actual Time Started: __________ Points Awarded
Takes or verbalizes appropriate PPE precautions 1
Applies direct pressure to the wound 1
NOTE: The examiner must now inform candidate that the wound continues to bleed.
Applies tourniquet 1
NOTE: The examiner must now inform candidate that the patient is exhibiting signs and symptoms of hypoperfusion.
Properly positions the patient 1
Administers high concentration oxygen 1
Initiates steps to prevent heat loss from the patient 1
Indicates the need for immediate transportation 1
Actual Time Ended: ___________ TOTAL 7
CRITICAL CRITERIA
____ Failure to take or verbalize appropriate PPE precautions
____ Failure to administer high concentration oxygen
____ Failure to control hemorrhage using correct procedures in a timely manner
____ Failure to indicate the need for immediate transportation
____ Failure to manage the patient as a competent EMT
____ Exhibits unacceptable affect with patient or other personnel
____ Uses or orders a dangerous or inappropriate intervention
You must factually document your rationale for checking any of the above critical items on the reverse side of this form.
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