UCLA OPERATIONS EXAM STUDY
GUIDE complete solutions
List some medical conditions or pathogens which would make the EMT don an N95
mask. - Answers -Tuberculosis or airborne communicable diseases
List some conditions which would make the EMT don a face shield - Answers -When
you need to protect your eyes from blood body fluids. Foreign objects, plants, insects,
and debris.
Describe the proper hand washing techniques. - Answers -When washing hands rub
your hands together for at least 20 seconds to work up a lather. Play attention to
fingernails, between fingers and back of the hands.
Explain some scene findings which would make the EMT think there was the presence
of a weapon of mass destruction - Answers -Type of Location- temple? Large
Gathering? Special Events?
Type of Call- report of explosion or suspicious device nearby? Reports of people fleeing
the scene?
Number of Patients- Multiple victims with similar symptoms?
Victims' Statements- What are victims saying?(Ex: everyone is passing out)
Preincident indicators- credible threats? Increase in violent political activism?
Describe the steps of the primary assessment including treatment that would need to be
taken. - Answers -A-Airway-> should be open and patent. If unconsious fix asap
B-Breathing-> Rate(respiratory rate), Rhythm(should have an equal rhythm), and
quality(difficulty breathing)C-Circulation-> Pulse(B), Skin Parameters (color, texture,
temp, and moisture)
List the order of operations when arriving on scene and assessing a patient - Answers -
Scene size up, general impression (AVPU and ANO), primary assessment, decision to
transport, medical secondary assessment, reassessment (based on stability of patient)
List the steps in preparing for your shift and describe your responsibilities as an EMT -
Answers -Must protect patient from harm and deliver excellent medical care.
Describe the safe driving habits while responding in an ambulance with lights and
sirens. - Answers -· Select the shortest and least congested rout e to the scene at the
time of dispatch
, · Avoid routes with heavy traffic congestion; know alternative routes to each hospital
during rush hour
· Avoid one-way streets; they may become clogged. Do not go against the flow of traffic
on a one-way street, unless absolutely necessary
· Watch carefully for bystanders as you approach the scene. Curiosity seeks rarely
move out of the way
· Park the ambulance in a safe place once you arrive at the scene. If you park facing
into traffic, turn off your headlights so they do not blind on coming motorists unless they
are needed to illuminate the scene. If the vehicle is blocking part of the road, keep on
your warning lights to alert oncoming motorists
· Drive within the speed limit while transporting patients, except in the rare extreme
emergency
· Go with the flow of the traffic
· Always drive defensively
· Always maintain a safe following distance. Use the "4-second rule": stay at least 4
seconds behind another vehicle in the same lane
· Maintain an open space or cushion in the lane next you as an escape route in case the
vehicle in front of you stops suddenly
· Use your siren if you turn on the emergency lights
· Always assume other drivers will not hear the siren or see your emergency light
· Always exercise due regard for person and property
Explain the process for approaching a school bus in an ambulance with lights and
sirens - Answers -An emergency vehicle is never allowed to pass a school bus that has
stopped to load or unload children and is displaying its flashing red lights or extended
"stop arm"
Should turn off sirens and wait till flashing lights are off
Describe the type of patient who would benefit from helicopter transport - Answers -
When transport time to the hospital by ground is too long considering the patients
condition. Road, traffic, or environmental conditions limit or completley prohibit the use
of ground ambulance. Patients with time dependent injuries and illnesses. Ex: stroke,
heart attack, spinal cord, scuba diving incidents, near drowning, skiing and wilderness
accidents, trauma patients candidates for limb replacements, burn center, hyperbolic
chamber
List techniques to improve radio communication - Answers -Organize radio
communication before pushing the transmit button
Accurate patient report
Ensure a clear frequency before speaking
Wait 1 second before speaking
Clear, calm, and monotone voice
Keep it brief and use clear text
Don't say please, thank you, and you're welcome
Use affirmative and negative instead of yes or no
Say over when finished transmitting
GUIDE complete solutions
List some medical conditions or pathogens which would make the EMT don an N95
mask. - Answers -Tuberculosis or airborne communicable diseases
List some conditions which would make the EMT don a face shield - Answers -When
you need to protect your eyes from blood body fluids. Foreign objects, plants, insects,
and debris.
Describe the proper hand washing techniques. - Answers -When washing hands rub
your hands together for at least 20 seconds to work up a lather. Play attention to
fingernails, between fingers and back of the hands.
Explain some scene findings which would make the EMT think there was the presence
of a weapon of mass destruction - Answers -Type of Location- temple? Large
Gathering? Special Events?
Type of Call- report of explosion or suspicious device nearby? Reports of people fleeing
the scene?
Number of Patients- Multiple victims with similar symptoms?
Victims' Statements- What are victims saying?(Ex: everyone is passing out)
Preincident indicators- credible threats? Increase in violent political activism?
Describe the steps of the primary assessment including treatment that would need to be
taken. - Answers -A-Airway-> should be open and patent. If unconsious fix asap
B-Breathing-> Rate(respiratory rate), Rhythm(should have an equal rhythm), and
quality(difficulty breathing)C-Circulation-> Pulse(B), Skin Parameters (color, texture,
temp, and moisture)
List the order of operations when arriving on scene and assessing a patient - Answers -
Scene size up, general impression (AVPU and ANO), primary assessment, decision to
transport, medical secondary assessment, reassessment (based on stability of patient)
List the steps in preparing for your shift and describe your responsibilities as an EMT -
Answers -Must protect patient from harm and deliver excellent medical care.
Describe the safe driving habits while responding in an ambulance with lights and
sirens. - Answers -· Select the shortest and least congested rout e to the scene at the
time of dispatch
, · Avoid routes with heavy traffic congestion; know alternative routes to each hospital
during rush hour
· Avoid one-way streets; they may become clogged. Do not go against the flow of traffic
on a one-way street, unless absolutely necessary
· Watch carefully for bystanders as you approach the scene. Curiosity seeks rarely
move out of the way
· Park the ambulance in a safe place once you arrive at the scene. If you park facing
into traffic, turn off your headlights so they do not blind on coming motorists unless they
are needed to illuminate the scene. If the vehicle is blocking part of the road, keep on
your warning lights to alert oncoming motorists
· Drive within the speed limit while transporting patients, except in the rare extreme
emergency
· Go with the flow of the traffic
· Always drive defensively
· Always maintain a safe following distance. Use the "4-second rule": stay at least 4
seconds behind another vehicle in the same lane
· Maintain an open space or cushion in the lane next you as an escape route in case the
vehicle in front of you stops suddenly
· Use your siren if you turn on the emergency lights
· Always assume other drivers will not hear the siren or see your emergency light
· Always exercise due regard for person and property
Explain the process for approaching a school bus in an ambulance with lights and
sirens - Answers -An emergency vehicle is never allowed to pass a school bus that has
stopped to load or unload children and is displaying its flashing red lights or extended
"stop arm"
Should turn off sirens and wait till flashing lights are off
Describe the type of patient who would benefit from helicopter transport - Answers -
When transport time to the hospital by ground is too long considering the patients
condition. Road, traffic, or environmental conditions limit or completley prohibit the use
of ground ambulance. Patients with time dependent injuries and illnesses. Ex: stroke,
heart attack, spinal cord, scuba diving incidents, near drowning, skiing and wilderness
accidents, trauma patients candidates for limb replacements, burn center, hyperbolic
chamber
List techniques to improve radio communication - Answers -Organize radio
communication before pushing the transmit button
Accurate patient report
Ensure a clear frequency before speaking
Wait 1 second before speaking
Clear, calm, and monotone voice
Keep it brief and use clear text
Don't say please, thank you, and you're welcome
Use affirmative and negative instead of yes or no
Say over when finished transmitting
