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3 effects of intracranial pressure on vital signs - correct answer bradycardia, irregular breathing, hypertension ___ ___ is part of a syndrome called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) - correct answer chronic bronchitis ___ ___ is usually caused by viruses or bacteria and may last several days or weeks. - correct answer Acute bronchitis a group of diseases characterized by the pathological limitation of airflow in the airway that is not...

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National guidelines for EMS care are intended to __________. Select one: A. facilitate a national EMS labor group B. reduce expenses at the local and state levels C. provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States D. unify EMS providers under a single medical director - correct answer C. provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States The determination that prompt surgical care in the hospital is more important than performing tim...

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National guidelines for EMS care are intended to __________. -provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States -unify EMS providers under a single medical director -facilitate a national EMS labor group -reduce expenses at the local and state levels - correct answer Provide more consistent delivery of EMS care across the United States The EMT is legally obligated to protect a patient's privacy according to _____. -HIPAA -CQI -APGAR -D...

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What is the rate of CPR in breaths and compressions: - correct answer 6 breaths and 110 compressions in a minute What is considered tachycardic for an adult? - correct answer heart rate more than 100 What is considered bradycardic for an adult? - correct answer Heart rate less than 60 When is nitroglycerin not advised to be administered? - correct answer if the systolic blood pressure is less than 100 Where does blood flow after it ...

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EMT-Basiccardiac muscle - correct answer specialized involuntary muscle found only in the heart; has its own blood supply; contracts on its own automaticity - correct answer the ability of the heart to generate and conduct electrical impulses on its own respiratory system - correct answer the system of the nose, mouth, throat, lungs, and muscles that bings oxygen into the body and expels carbon dioxide oropharynx - correct answer the a...

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20 pages

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Chapter 3 EMT Pre-Test 2024. While transporting a woman with diabetes, you inadvertently give her oral glucose even though her blood glucose level was high. You reassess the patient and note that her condition did not change; she remained stable. You should: - ANSWER contact medical control and notify him or her of the error. Which of the following general statements regarding consent is MOST correct? - ANSWER A patient can consent to transport but can legally refuse to be treated Which o...

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4 pages

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Nursewendo

Chapter 4 EMT Study Guide Test 2024. You and your partner are dispatched to a residence for an "ill person." When you arrive, you find that the patient, a 44-year-old man, does not speak English. There are no relatives or bystanders present who can act as an interpreter. You should: - ANSWER use short, simple questions and point to specific parts of your body to try to determine the source of the patient's complaint. Communicating with hearing-impaired patients can be facilitated by doing...

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Chapter 11, Principles of Pharmacology EMT Test Guide Exam 2024. A 31-year-old female is experiencing an acute asthma attack. She is conscious and alert, but in obvious respiratory distress. After assisting her with her prescribed MDI, you should: Select one: A. administer another treatment in 30 seconds if she is still in distress. B. reassess the patient and document her response to the medication. C. check the drug's expiration date to ensure that it is still current. D. contact medi...

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Chapter 20 EMT Exam 2024. 1. ____________ is what you can see of a person's response to the environment. A. Affect B. Behavior C. Neurosis D. Psychosis - Answer: B Question Type: General Knowledge Page: 702 2. The term "behavioral crisis" is MOST accurately defined as: A. a sudden, violent outburst of an otherwise mentally stable person toward a family member. B. any reaction that interferes with activities of daily living or is deemed unacceptable by others. C. a situation in w...

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10 pages

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Chapter 23 EMT Prediction Test 2024 1. Which of the following body systems or components is the LEAST critical for supplying and maintaining adequate blood flow to the body? A. an effectively pumping heart B. an intact system of blood vessels C. adequate blood in the vasculature D. the filtering of blood cells in the spleen - ANSWER Answer: D Question Type: General Knowledge Page: 778 2. The systemic veins function by: A. returning deoxygenated blood back to the heart. B. delivering...

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Chapter 31 EMT Final Exam Test Guide 2024. A "hip" fracture is actually a fracture of the: A. proximal femur. B. pelvic girdle. C. femoral shaft. D. pubic symphysis. - ANSWER proximal femur. A 22-year-old female was ejected from her car after striking a tree head-on. As you approach her, you note obvious closed deformities to both of her femurs. She is not moving and does not appear to be conscious. You should: A. administer oxygen and perform a rapid assessment. B. stabilize he...

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4 pages

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EMT—Trauma Review Practice Test 2024. During transport of a patient with a head injury, what assessment factor will provide you with the most information regarding the patient's condition? A. Pupil size B. Heart size C. Mental status D. Blood pressure - ANSWER Mental status A young man fell and landed on his outstretched hand, resulting in pain and deformity to the left midshaft forearm. Distal circulation should be assessed at which of the following pulse locations? A. Radial B...

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EMT- Chapter 23 Review Test 2024.A 26-year-old female presents with heavy vaginal bleeding. She is conscious, but restless. Her blood pressure is 84/54 mm Hg, her pulse is 120 beats/min and weak, and her respirations are 22 breaths/min with adequate depth. She tells you that she inserted a tampon about 2 hours ago. You should: - ANSWER administer high-flow oxygen, place a sterile pad over her vagina, keep her warm, elevate her lower extremities, and transport without delay A patient with pelv...

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3 pages

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EMT - Ch. 15 Advanced Test Guide 2024. His parents tell you that their son has had a chest infection for the past two days and when they took him to their family doctor, they were told it was likely due to the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). They have kept him well hydrated, but the infection seems to have gotten worse. On auscultation, you hear decreased air entry bilaterally with fine expiratory wheezes and the occasional coarse wet crackle. Based on this information, your patient is most ...

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3 pages

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EMT--Airway And Breathing Questions Correctly Answered 2024. Which of the following statements regarding the head tilt-chin lift maneuver is MOST correct? A. It can only be used in conjunction with an oropharyngeal airway B. It can only be used temporarily and must be replaced by an airway adjunct C. It should be used on all unresponsive patients that you encounter. D. It is the technique of choice for patients with potential spinal injury. - ANSWER It can only be used temporarily and must ...

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6 pages

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EMT-B Scenarios Practice Review Test 2024. Scenario: You are called to the home of a 78 Year Old Male who's wife called EMS saying her husband has been complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath. He recently has had bypass surgery because of clogged arteries. - ANSWER AOX3 Vitals: BP: 110/75 Pulse: 132 RR: 23/Shallow Sp02: 90 Skin: P/W/Dia Presents With - JVD and dependent edema Medications: Viagara SAMPLE: During this ask about: History of Heart problems, diseases, hea...

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EMT Airway Review Practice Questions 2024. Which of the following is the preferred initial method for providing artificial ventilations to an apneic adult? A: Two-person bag-valve-mask technique with 100% oxygen B: Mouth-to-mask technique with supplemental oxygen C: One-person bag-valve-mask technique with 100% oxygen D: Flow-restricted, oxygen-powered ventilation device - ANSWER B: Mouth-to-mask technique with supplemental oxygen Reason:The preferred initial method for providing artif...

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EMT-Shock Exam Guide Test 2024. Shock - ANSWER A rapid and progressive deterioration or depressed state of the vital body functions brought by an inadequate tissue perfusion with oxygen. Hypovolemic Shock - ANSWER Inadequate amount of fluid or volume in the system. Two Causes of Hypovolemic Shock - ANSWER Hemorrhagic and Lack of Fluid Volume Cardiogenic Shock - ANSWER Shock caused by inadequate pumping action of the heart as a result of myocardial abnormalities Four Types of Cardiog...

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EMT Cardiology Questions Correctly Answered 2024. You should suspect that your patient has pulmonary edema if he or she: - ANSWER cannot breathe while lying down By which of the following mechanisms does nitroglycerin relieve cardiac-related chest pain or discomfort? - ANSWER Vasodilation and increased myocardial oxygen supply A patient whose artificial pacemaker has failed would MOST likely experience: - ANSWER weakness and bradycardia. Switching compressors during two-rescuer CPR: - ...

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EMT Chapter 1 Exam Questions 2024. American Heart Association protocols are based on _____________. A. Trends in the EMS community B. Opinions from core groups of cardiologists C. Evidence based research D. Theories ready for field trial - ANSWER C As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on: A. The transport time to the hospital B. Medical director approval C. The patients condition D. An order from a paramedic - ANSWER B Nationa...

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4 pages

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