EVIT EMT Midterm Exam: Questions With Solutions
What is the main function of the large intestine Right Ans - water
absorption and moving waste
Which of the body system is primarily responsible for the chemical reaction of
the body Right Ans - endocrine
What is the most important reason for body substance isolation Right Ans -
avoiding contamination or infection of yourself
What is the term used to describe a part of the body farthest from the foot
Right Ans - superior
what is an example of a vital sign Right Ans - blood pressure, heart rate,
respiratory rate, etc...
Why should an emt focus on personal safety Right Ans - to avoid harm of
themselves
Define proximal and distal when describing the position of various anatomical
structures Right Ans - proximal is a structure closer to the trunk and distal
is a structure farther from the trunk
Define body mechanics Right Ans - relationship between the bodies
anatomical structures and the physical forces associated with lifting, moving,
etc...
What is the difference between emergent and non-emergent situations?
Right Ans - emergent situations are typically life-threatening and non-
emergency situations are not
Where do you place the stethoscope when taking a blood pressure reading
Right Ans - over the brachial artery
Give examples of an unsafe scene Right Ans - uncontrolled fire, lightning,
vehicle crash, hazardous materials
What is the main function of the large intestine Right Ans - water
absorption and moving waste
Which of the body system is primarily responsible for the chemical reaction of
the body Right Ans - endocrine
What is the most important reason for body substance isolation Right Ans -
avoiding contamination or infection of yourself
What is the term used to describe a part of the body farthest from the foot
Right Ans - superior
what is an example of a vital sign Right Ans - blood pressure, heart rate,
respiratory rate, etc...
Why should an emt focus on personal safety Right Ans - to avoid harm of
themselves
Define proximal and distal when describing the position of various anatomical
structures Right Ans - proximal is a structure closer to the trunk and distal
is a structure farther from the trunk
Define body mechanics Right Ans - relationship between the bodies
anatomical structures and the physical forces associated with lifting, moving,
etc...
What is the difference between emergent and non-emergent situations?
Right Ans - emergent situations are typically life-threatening and non-
emergency situations are not
Where do you place the stethoscope when taking a blood pressure reading
Right Ans - over the brachial artery
Give examples of an unsafe scene Right Ans - uncontrolled fire, lightning,
vehicle crash, hazardous materials
