PARAMEDICINE FINAL EXAM QUIZZES
& ANSWERS(RATED A)
On the scene of a minor motor vehicle collision, you are attending to a female patient
complaining of head and neck pain. A crowd has gathered to watch the action. Which of
the following will the observing public most likely remember about the incident? -
ANSWER Wrinkled uniforms worn by the EMTs
Which one of the following would be an EMS public health initiative? - ANSWER
Educating the public on the benefit of wearing seat belts
You have arrived on the scene of a medical emergency and find a woman lying on the
floor of a grocery store. As you approach her, you know that your first priority as an
EMT is: - ANSWER personal safety
A female jogger has collapsed on the trail of a public park. A crowd of curious onlookers
has collected and are watching as the EMT examines the patient for any life-threatening
conditions. After determining that there are none and the patient is stable, the EMT acts
as a patient advocate by: - ANSWER transporting the patient to the hospital using lights
and sirens
Which of the following is the single best technique that the EMT can use to prevent the
spread of infection? - ANSWER Washing hands
For your safety and that of your crew, you should: - ANSWER evaluate every scene for
dangers before entering
Changes in your lifestyle that may help you manage stress include: - ANSWER
practicing relaxation techniques such as meditation
You have worked with the same partner for several years and know him well. Over the
past three months the two of you have had four horrific pediatric calls with death as the
outcome of each. Which observation would make you the most suspicious that your
partner is experiencing a possible stress reaction? - ANSWER Excessive and
uncharacteristic irritability
A prospective student is interested in becoming an EMT, but is unsure how it will affect
his family. He says that his wife is very worried about the danger associated with EMS
and has never had to deal with him being gone for 24 hours at a time. Which of the
following is the most appropriate response? - ANSWER "It may help to bring your wife
here so she can see what we do and the safety precautions we take"
You would be concerned about cumulative stress when an EMS provider informs you
that he: - ANSWER drinks a small amount of alcohol every night to help him sleep
, A shooting at a public mall leaves three people dead and nine injured, several critically.
As operations wind down, many rescuers are physically and emotionally upset. Which
of the following is most appropriate at this time? - ANSWER A gathering that allows the
rescuers to vent their emotions
You have just transferred care of a patient to an emergency department nurse. There is
no blood, fluid, or dirt on your gloves. After taking them off, your priority action would be:
- ANSWER wash your hands with soap and water
In the field setting, the best way to avoid becoming infected with human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is: - ANSWER use the appropriate protective personal
equipment
A patient with suspected or known ____________ makes it necessary for the care
provider to don a HEPA or an N-95 respirator. - ANSWER tuberculosis
Which of the following is a benefit of good nutritional habits? - ANSWER All of the
above (reduced cancer risk, proper body weight, reduced risk of cardiovascular
disease)
Which of the following Standard Precautions should paramedics use with every patient?
- ANSWER Disposable gloves
Which of the following is part of good handwashing technique? - ANSWER Thoroughly
lather your hands with soap, front and back, for at least 15 seconds
Which of the following is a physiological benefit of achieving and maintaining physical
fitness? - ANSWER Increased metabolic rate
As part of a healthy diet to control weight, you should: - ANSWER eat low-calorie
snacks
When physically preparing yourself to work safely as a paramedic, you should: -
ANSWER exercise your cardiovascular system at least three times a week
The science and practice of protecting and improving the health of a community through
the use of preventative medicine is known as: - ANSWER public health
Which of the following roles does EMS have in public health when providing health care
screenings and vaccinations, providing health education, and targeting high-risk
populations in an effort to ensure that they are receiving needed medical care? -
ANSWER Health promotion
& ANSWERS(RATED A)
On the scene of a minor motor vehicle collision, you are attending to a female patient
complaining of head and neck pain. A crowd has gathered to watch the action. Which of
the following will the observing public most likely remember about the incident? -
ANSWER Wrinkled uniforms worn by the EMTs
Which one of the following would be an EMS public health initiative? - ANSWER
Educating the public on the benefit of wearing seat belts
You have arrived on the scene of a medical emergency and find a woman lying on the
floor of a grocery store. As you approach her, you know that your first priority as an
EMT is: - ANSWER personal safety
A female jogger has collapsed on the trail of a public park. A crowd of curious onlookers
has collected and are watching as the EMT examines the patient for any life-threatening
conditions. After determining that there are none and the patient is stable, the EMT acts
as a patient advocate by: - ANSWER transporting the patient to the hospital using lights
and sirens
Which of the following is the single best technique that the EMT can use to prevent the
spread of infection? - ANSWER Washing hands
For your safety and that of your crew, you should: - ANSWER evaluate every scene for
dangers before entering
Changes in your lifestyle that may help you manage stress include: - ANSWER
practicing relaxation techniques such as meditation
You have worked with the same partner for several years and know him well. Over the
past three months the two of you have had four horrific pediatric calls with death as the
outcome of each. Which observation would make you the most suspicious that your
partner is experiencing a possible stress reaction? - ANSWER Excessive and
uncharacteristic irritability
A prospective student is interested in becoming an EMT, but is unsure how it will affect
his family. He says that his wife is very worried about the danger associated with EMS
and has never had to deal with him being gone for 24 hours at a time. Which of the
following is the most appropriate response? - ANSWER "It may help to bring your wife
here so she can see what we do and the safety precautions we take"
You would be concerned about cumulative stress when an EMS provider informs you
that he: - ANSWER drinks a small amount of alcohol every night to help him sleep
, A shooting at a public mall leaves three people dead and nine injured, several critically.
As operations wind down, many rescuers are physically and emotionally upset. Which
of the following is most appropriate at this time? - ANSWER A gathering that allows the
rescuers to vent their emotions
You have just transferred care of a patient to an emergency department nurse. There is
no blood, fluid, or dirt on your gloves. After taking them off, your priority action would be:
- ANSWER wash your hands with soap and water
In the field setting, the best way to avoid becoming infected with human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is: - ANSWER use the appropriate protective personal
equipment
A patient with suspected or known ____________ makes it necessary for the care
provider to don a HEPA or an N-95 respirator. - ANSWER tuberculosis
Which of the following is a benefit of good nutritional habits? - ANSWER All of the
above (reduced cancer risk, proper body weight, reduced risk of cardiovascular
disease)
Which of the following Standard Precautions should paramedics use with every patient?
- ANSWER Disposable gloves
Which of the following is part of good handwashing technique? - ANSWER Thoroughly
lather your hands with soap, front and back, for at least 15 seconds
Which of the following is a physiological benefit of achieving and maintaining physical
fitness? - ANSWER Increased metabolic rate
As part of a healthy diet to control weight, you should: - ANSWER eat low-calorie
snacks
When physically preparing yourself to work safely as a paramedic, you should: -
ANSWER exercise your cardiovascular system at least three times a week
The science and practice of protecting and improving the health of a community through
the use of preventative medicine is known as: - ANSWER public health
Which of the following roles does EMS have in public health when providing health care
screenings and vaccinations, providing health education, and targeting high-risk
populations in an effort to ensure that they are receiving needed medical care? -
ANSWER Health promotion
