Emergency Medical Technician Protocols

The video tutorial covers essential EMT skills, focusing on patient assessment. It begins with scene size-up, emphasizing safety and resource needs. The primary assessment identifies life threats, followed by airway, breathing, and circulation evaluations. Secondary assessment involves history taking and vital signs. Reassessment ensures ongoing patient care, and documentation is crucial for accurate reporting.

What is the minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) required for every EMT call?

• Full body suit

• Helmet and boots

• Gown and face mask

• Gloves and goggles

What should an EMT do if additional resources are needed at the scene?

• Wait for the scene to be secure

• Call for help immediately

• Leave the scene

• Proceed with the assessment alone

What is the primary goal of the primary assessment?

• To find and correct life threats

• To gather patient history

• To check vital signs

• To determine the patient's insurance

How should an EMT assess a patient's level of consciousness?

• By asking them to walk

• By checking their pulse

• By using verbal and painful stimuli

• By measuring their blood pressure

What should be done if a patient has inadequate tidal volume?

• Apply a bandage

• Administer medication

• Assist ventilation with a bag valve mask

• Perform CPR

What is the normal capillary refill time indicating adequate distal perfusion?

• Less than 4 seconds

• Less than 2 seconds

• Less than 1 second

• Less than 3 seconds

What should be done if a patient is found to be in cardiac arrest?

• Begin chest compressions immediately

• Check for a pulse every minute

• Wait for additional help

• Administer medication

What does the 'O' in the OPQRST mnemonic stand for?

• Observation

• Onset

• Operation

• Obstruction

Which of the following is NOT part of the SAMPLE history?

• Occupation

• Medications

• Allergies

• Signs and symptoms

How often should unstable patients be reassessed?

• Every 5 minutes

• Every 10 minutes

• Every 15 minutes

• Every 20 minutes