Complete Exams Emt Chapter 1

COMPLETE EXAMS EMT CHAPTER 1 what is an EMS system - CORRECT ANSWERS--Consists of a team of health care professionals -Provides prehospital emergency care and transport -Is governed by state laws how can you get state licensure - CORRECT ANSWERS-After you pass the certification exam, you are eligible to apply for state licensure. Licensure is the process by which states ensure applicant competency in an examination setting. It allows states to manage who can function as a health care provider. four training and licensure levels: - CORRECT ANSWERS--EMR -EMT -AEMT -Paramedic what are the backbone of the EMS system in the United States. - CORRECT ANSWERS-EMT job of an EMT - CORRECT ANSWERS--They provide emergency care to the sick and injured. -Some patients are in life-threatening situations, while other patients require only supportive care. requirements to be licensed and employed as an EMT are as follows: - CORRECT ANSWERS-1. High school diploma or equivalent 2. Proof of immunization against certain communicable diseases 3. Successful completion of a background check and drug screening 4. Valid driver's license 5. Successful completion of a recognized health care provider BLS/cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course 6. Successful completion of a state-approved EMT course 7. Successful completion of a state-recognized written certification exam 8. Successful completion of a state-recognized practical certification exam 9. Demonstration of the mental and physical ability necessary to safely and properly perform all the tasks and functions described in the defined role of an EMT 10. Compliance with other state, local, and employer provisions Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 - CORRECT ANSWERS--Protects people who have a disability from being denied access to programs and services that are provided by state or local governments -Prohibits employers from failing to provide full and equal employment to the disabled