Emergency Responder Skills Assessment

What is the first step an emergency medical responder should take upon arriving at the scene of an accident?

• Begin CPR immediately

• Ensure scene safety

• Call for additional resources

• Check for patient responsiveness

What is the compression to ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

• 15:2

• 30:2

• 5:1

• 20:2

What should an emergency medical responder do if they suspect a spinal injury?

• Move the patient immediately

• Immobilize the spine

• Perform a head tilt-chin lift

• Ignore the injury

Which of the following is NOT a part of the primary survey in patient assessment?

• Airway

• Breathing

• Circulation

• Detailed physical exam

What is the purpose of the recovery position?

• To increase blood pressure

• To prevent aspiration

• To enhance circulation

• To reduce pain

Which of the following is a sign of shock?

• High blood pressure

• Warm, dry skin

• Rapid, weak pulse

• Slow breathing

What is the legal term for failing to provide the standard of care that a reasonable person would provide in a similar situation?

• Negligence

• Consent

• Liability

• Duty to act

Which of the following is an appropriate action when dealing with a conscious choking adult?

• Perform abdominal thrusts

• Start chest compressions

• Give back blows

• Administer oxygen

What is the first step in using an automated external defibrillator (AED)?

• Deliver a shock

• Turn on the AED

• Attach the pads

• Check for a pulse

Which of the following is a component of scene size-up?

• Checking for medical alert tags

• Determining the mechanism of injury

• Performing a head-to-toe assessment

• Administering first aid