Critical Care Transport 2025 Exam
Questions and Answers (A+
Solution guide)
The universal distress channel is ________. - Answer- 121.5
List the Rule of Three's in the order of importance.
Shelter, Food, Water, O2 - Answer- 1. O2
2. Shelter
3. Water
4. Food
True or False
The 2 phases of aviation "Survival" are Psychological survival and Wilderness survival. -
Answer- False
Which crash position consist of leaning forward, putting your head down and crossing
your arms under your knees? - Answer- Fore facing
Which crash position consitst of leaning back into the seat and crossing your arms in
front of your chest while bracing your head/neck? - Answer- Aft facing
How many pounds of pressure must be exerted on the corners of the cabin windows in
order to push them out during an emergency? - Answer- 40 lbs
True or False
ELT stands for Emergency Locator Transmitter. - Answer- True
Which of the following is not included in the post-crash procedure if the pilot is
incapacitated? - Answer- Turn off ignition key
What is part of Post-Crash if pilot is incapacitated?
(Main) O2 cutoff
Fire T-handles: fuel shut-off and engine fire extinguishers
Battery Switches
Rotor Break
True or False
Emergency egress from the cockpit of the aircraft may include pulling the red pin to
release the door from its hinges. - Answer- True
, The __________ is the reference for latitude. - Answer- Equator
There are _____ degrees of longitude. - Answer- 360
How many minutes are in each degree? - Answer- 60
During flight following a position report is called to Carilion Dispatch how often? -
Answer- 15 minutes
What is included in the position report (Not the lift-off report) ? - Answer- Coordinates,
ETA, Ground Speed
What is PAIP? - Answer- It is a step by step plan that dispatchers utilize in the event of
a accident or incident
1 Nautical Mile = _____ Statute Miles? - Answer- 1.15
When flying in our coverage area, the coordinates will always be: - Answer- North, West
140 Knots = ______ MPH - Answer- 161
When obtaining a patient history, what acronym is used to assure that you ask the right
questions? - Answer- SAMPLE
Documentation is important in air transport because: - Answer- All of the above
Why Important?
-The air-transport patient is generally a HIGH RISK patient. This patient will be more
critical than most, therefore, his documentation should reflect that.
-The necessity for air -transport is highly questioned by insurance companies, because
it is expensive. Thorough documentation could mean the difference between a paid bill
and an unpaid bill.
-Because the air-transport patient is critically injured, the care-giver can easily find
himself being sued for negligence. Proper documentation can make a difference in the
outcome.
-Flight Paramedics and Nurses have high expectations of professionalism place upon
them. Their documentation should reflect that.
-Legal Document
True or False
Documentation is a pivotal part of a lawsuit and can be the best way for you to refute
the charges of malpractice. - Answer- True
True or False
Questions and Answers (A+
Solution guide)
The universal distress channel is ________. - Answer- 121.5
List the Rule of Three's in the order of importance.
Shelter, Food, Water, O2 - Answer- 1. O2
2. Shelter
3. Water
4. Food
True or False
The 2 phases of aviation "Survival" are Psychological survival and Wilderness survival. -
Answer- False
Which crash position consist of leaning forward, putting your head down and crossing
your arms under your knees? - Answer- Fore facing
Which crash position consitst of leaning back into the seat and crossing your arms in
front of your chest while bracing your head/neck? - Answer- Aft facing
How many pounds of pressure must be exerted on the corners of the cabin windows in
order to push them out during an emergency? - Answer- 40 lbs
True or False
ELT stands for Emergency Locator Transmitter. - Answer- True
Which of the following is not included in the post-crash procedure if the pilot is
incapacitated? - Answer- Turn off ignition key
What is part of Post-Crash if pilot is incapacitated?
(Main) O2 cutoff
Fire T-handles: fuel shut-off and engine fire extinguishers
Battery Switches
Rotor Break
True or False
Emergency egress from the cockpit of the aircraft may include pulling the red pin to
release the door from its hinges. - Answer- True
, The __________ is the reference for latitude. - Answer- Equator
There are _____ degrees of longitude. - Answer- 360
How many minutes are in each degree? - Answer- 60
During flight following a position report is called to Carilion Dispatch how often? -
Answer- 15 minutes
What is included in the position report (Not the lift-off report) ? - Answer- Coordinates,
ETA, Ground Speed
What is PAIP? - Answer- It is a step by step plan that dispatchers utilize in the event of
a accident or incident
1 Nautical Mile = _____ Statute Miles? - Answer- 1.15
When flying in our coverage area, the coordinates will always be: - Answer- North, West
140 Knots = ______ MPH - Answer- 161
When obtaining a patient history, what acronym is used to assure that you ask the right
questions? - Answer- SAMPLE
Documentation is important in air transport because: - Answer- All of the above
Why Important?
-The air-transport patient is generally a HIGH RISK patient. This patient will be more
critical than most, therefore, his documentation should reflect that.
-The necessity for air -transport is highly questioned by insurance companies, because
it is expensive. Thorough documentation could mean the difference between a paid bill
and an unpaid bill.
-Because the air-transport patient is critically injured, the care-giver can easily find
himself being sued for negligence. Proper documentation can make a difference in the
outcome.
-Flight Paramedics and Nurses have high expectations of professionalism place upon
them. Their documentation should reflect that.
-Legal Document
True or False
Documentation is a pivotal part of a lawsuit and can be the best way for you to refute
the charges of malpractice. - Answer- True
True or False
