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WorksheetsEMT-FR Comprehensive Examination
Total questions: 49
Worksheet time: 25mins
The Star of life is a blue, six-pointed star with a Rod of Asclepius (a snake wrapped around a staff) in the center. Which of the following is NOT part of the six points on the star that represents the critical functions of the EMS System?
Detection
Response
Care in transit
In Hospital Care
In EMS, the 'golden hour' refers to:
The first hour after shift starts
The hour after patient arrives at hospital
First hour after traumatic injury
Last hour before death
What is the highest priority for any EMT-B at a scene?
Immediate transport
Airway management
Scene safety
Splinting fractures
What should you do if a conscious choking adult cannot cough or breathe?
Start CPR
Abdominal thrusts
Give two ventilations
Wait and observe
Which of the following patients has the right to refuse treatment?
Minor
Unconscious patient
Mentally incompetent adult
Mentally competent adult
Which of the following types of consent allows treatment when patient is unconscious?
Mature consent
Implied consent
Expressed consent
Informed consent
What is the first step in patient assessment?
Perform a secondary assessment
Ensure scene safety
Open the airway
Take vital signs
Which pulse is typically palpated in an unresponsive adult?
Radial
Femoral
Carotid
Brachial
The term 'hypoglycemia' means:
High blood pressure
Low blood sugar
High body temperature
Low oxygen
How should an EMT-B handle a patient with suspected spinal injury?
Rapid extrication
Immobilize the spine
Let the patient walk
Move to the stretcher quickly
The recovery position helps keep the airway clear by:
Decreasing blood pressure
Preventing aspiration
Slowing heart rate
Restricting chest rise
What is the goal of splinting fractures?
Decrease pain
Increase movement
Restrict blood flow
Test range of motion
Which organ is in the left upper quadrant (LUQ)?
Appendix
Liver
Spleen
Gallbladder
The term 'tachycardia' means:
Slow breathing
Fast heart rate
Chest pain
Irregular rhythm
Which of the following best describes the 'ABC' approach?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Alertness, Behavior, Composure
Appearance, Bleeding, Consciousness
Assessment, Bandaging, CPR
What does PMS check in an extremity?
Pulse, movement, sensation
Pain, muscle strength, skin
Pressure, moisture, swelling
Pulse, mucus, speech
The term 'cyanosis' refers to:
Yellowing of the skin
Bluish discoloration
Reddened skin
Loss of elasticity
What does OPQRST help assess?
Vital signs
Pain characteristics
Level of consciousness
Airway sounds
Which airway maneuver is preferred in trauma patients with suspected spinal injury?
Head tilt-chin lift
Jaw-thrust
Tongue-jaw lift
Abdominal thrusts
What should you do first when treating a burn injury?
Apply ointment to the burn
Cover it with a warm blanket
Stop the burning process with cool water
Pop any visible blisters
Why should an impaled object NOT be removed in the field?
It might be reusable at the hospital
It may be acting as a plug to control bleeding
It could break into pieces
The patient may not feel pain
How should an amputated body part be preserved for transport?
Wash it with soap and leave it exposed
Wrap in tissue paper and place in cold water
Wrap in sterile dressing, place in a plastic bag, then keep cool
Place it directly on ice to keep it frozen
Which of the following burn situations requires immediate transport to a hospital?
Burn on the forearm covering 5% TBSA
Superficial sunburn on the back
Burn affecting more than 10% TBSA or involving airway
Minor burn on the foot
What is the purpose of the RICE method in treating closed soft tissue injuries like contusions or sprains?
To disinfect the area and reduce fever
To immobilize broken bones
To reduce swelling and promote healing
To prevent the wound from reopening
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial response to a chemical eye injury?
Apply an eye patch
Rub the eye vigorously
Irrigate the eye with water for at least 15-30 minutes
Administer antibiotic eye drops immediately
What is the most common cause of corneal abrasion?
Blunt trauma
Foreign body
Chemical exposure
Ultraviolet light
What should be done if a foreign object is embedded in the eye?
Try to remove it carefully with tweezers
Rinse the eye with saline
Stabilize the object and cover both eyes
Instruct the patient to blink to remove it
The Following are the functions of Patient Care Report, EXCEPT:
Continuity of Care
Legal Documentation
Evaluation and Quality Improvement
Criticism
An essential component of pre-hospital care and is necessary to achieve a positive relationship with patients and coworkers.
Intervention
Feedback
Evaluation
Communication
A Medical guidance provided by a physician or authorized medical officer.
Quality Control
Management Control
Assessment Control
Medical Control
These 10 Golden Rules will help you to calm and reassure your patient and provide a therapeutic rapport, EXCEPT:
Make and Keep eye contact with you patient at all times.
Provide your name and use the patient's proper name.
Always speak slowly, clearly and distinctively.
Using of authoritative language.
Cervical Spine immobilization uses what kind of device?
Full Face Helmet
Manual Immobilization
Head Gear
Cervical Collar
Mastoid Ecchymosis also known as?
RACOONS EYE
BATTLES SIGN
WAR CRY
SPARTAN SIGN
Periorbital Ecchymosis also known as?
WOLF EYE
RACOONS EYE
PANDA EYES
NONE OF THE ABOVE
Arrange in correct order the KED STRAPS.
Middle, Bottom, Top, Head, Legs
Top, Middle, Bottom, Leg, Head
Bottom, Leg, Top, Middle, Head
Middle, Bottom, Leg, Head, Top
What is the right sequence when conducting of abdominal assessment.
Inspection, Percussion, Palpation, Auscultation
Auscultation, Inspection, Percussion, Palpation
Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation
Auscultation, Palpation, Percussion, Inspection
All are management for abdominal evisceration, except.
Cover the organ with moist gauze then secure with dressing
Organ must be kept warm and moist
Transport promptly
Try to replace the organ
Which of the following vital signs is most concerning in a patient with suspected internal abdominal bleeding?
BP 140/90, HR 88
BP 90/60, HR 112
BP 120/80, HR 72
BP 130/85, HR 78
A major concern with abdominal injuries is:
Difficulty in breathing
Hypoglycemia
Internal bleeding and shock
Seizure activity
Which of the following is a hollow organ that, if ruptured, may lead to peritonitis?
Liver
Kidney
Spleen
Intestines
Type of Chest Trauma caused by forceful impact with a dull, non-sharp object or surface or by fall.
Penetrating Chest Trauma
Blunt Chest Trauma
Pneumothorax
Hemothorax
Multiple Rib Fractures causing a segment wall to move paradoxically (opposite to normal breathing)
Cardiac Tamponade
Flail Chest
Pumonary Contusion
Cardiac Tamponade
Signs of Shock:
Coughing up blood
Deformity or instability on chest
Hypotension, Tachycardia, Tachypnea
Chest Pain
Air enters the pleural space, causing Lung collapse:
Hemothorax
Rib Fractures
Hemothorax
Pneumothorax
What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR by a single rescuer?
15:2
30:2
5:1
20:2
What is the correct rate of compressions for adult CPR?
60-80/min
100-120/min
140-160/min
180/min
What is the first thing you do after arriving at an MVC (motor vehicle crash)?
Check patient's pulse
Apply oxygen
Ensure scene safety
Take vitals
Which sign indicates inadequate breathing?
Equal chest rise
Warm, pink skin
Use of accessory muscles
Normal speech
52-57. ENUMERATE THE TERM THAT CORRESPONDS TO THE MNEMONIC FOR PAIN ASSESSMENT:
O –
P –
Q –
R –
S –
T –
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