AEMT Final 2023

AEMT Final 2023 An AEMT is trained and generally authorized to perform all of the following interventions EXCEPT: A. intravenous therapy. B. insertion of multilumen airways. C. pediatric intraosseous insertion. D. interpretation of cardiac rhythms. - ANSWER D. interpretation of cardiac rhythms. A self-motivated AEMT should be able to: A. perform or delegate multiple tasks ensuring efficiency and safety. B. discover problems and solve them without someone else's direction. C. use his or her persona to project a sense of trust and professionalism. D. perform consistently and firmly adhere to a code of honest behavior. - ANSWER B. discover problems and solve them without someone else's direction. Which of the following scenarios does NOT involve an ALS skill? A. Administering oxygen and starting an IV B. Using an AED and performing rescue breathing C. Applying oxygen and injecting a medication D. Performing CPR and using a manual defibrillator - ANSWER B. Using an AED and performing rescue breathing Which of the following scenarios involves an ALS skill? A. Applying an AED and performing CPR. B. Administering oxygen and infusing IV fluids. C. Inserting an oral airway and suctioning the mouth. D. Administering aspirin to a patient with chest pain. Feedback - ANSWER B. Administering oxygen and infusing IV fluids. Roles and responsibilities of the AEMT include: A. performing rapid assessments on all patients. B. identifying patients who are critically ill or injured. C. diagnosing a patient's condition based on assessment. D. providing definitive care for the patient's condition. - ANSWER B. identifying patients who are critically ill or injured. Which of the following is an example of a secondary prevention strategy? Select one: A. Educating the public regarding the use of helmets and seat belts B. Constructing a guardrail to prevent an accident from occurring C. Advocating childhood vaccinations following CDC guidelines D. Placing childproof locks on cabinets that contain harmful chemicals Feedback - ANSWER A. Educating the public regarding the use of helmets and seat belts To become a licensed AEMT, a candidate must: Select one: A. be capable of lifting and carrying at least 150 pounds. B. successfully complete a healthcare provider CPR course. C. have been a licensed EMT for a period of at least 3 years. D. obtain permission from the state in which he or she will function. Feedback - ANSWER B. successfully complete a healthcare provider CPR course.