JIBC Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Practice Exam

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• When treating a burn, which of the following actions is considered incorrect?
• Most poisonous snakes have all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:
• What indicates that a burn is a full thickness burn?
• Under what condition may an EMR release manual stabilization of a spinal injury patient's head and neck?
• A patient who fell and cannot move their left leg likely has what type of injury?
• An EMR knows that spinal injury should be suspected in all trauma patients who are what?
• Manual stabilization is done to ________.
• A patient injured in a diving accident is at risk for what?
• What should be the initial action when encountering a patient who is unresponsive and not breathing?
• When multiple patients are present, who is typically responsible for establishing command?
• In what conditions is the body's ability to lose heat through evaporation reduced?
• As an EMR, your first step in managing a patient in shock is to ________.
• The term "hypoperfusion" may best be defined as __________.
• Which one of the following statements about emergency care of a patient with burns is true?
• Which of the following statements about the emergency care of an ear injury is NOT correct?
• Which of the following is NOT a common complication of rib fractures?
• Which of the following actions should be avoided when providing care for an individual with a suspected fracture?
• What type of bleeding is characterized by dark red blood that flows steadily?
• Which technique is specifically used for stabilizing the cervical spine?
• What component is NOT included in triage?
• If your patient was burned by an electrical source, you should monitor the patient closely for ________.
• Ricky has had his hand amputated in an industrial accident. To provide emergency care for the amputated part, the EMR should ________.
• When should EMRs wear disposable vinyl or latex gloves?
• Which of the following mechanisms is NOT responsible for heat production in the human body?
• What is the primary purpose of administering oxygen to a patient who is hyperventilating?
• What is a priority of care for a patient who has been shot in the chest during a bar fight?
• In providing care for a left arm injury, which of the following is NOT necessary for an EMR to do?
• What should you do in the case of cardiac arrest in infants and children when you are off duty?
• To prepare for a helicopter rescue, the EMR should establish a landing zone of how many meters?
• An open musculoskeletal injury may best be defined as one in which ________.
• If there is a hazardous waste spill on scene, which phase of an EMS response are you in while waiting for a specialized rescue team?
• If a pregnant patient who has had a fall feels the urge to bear down, what should you prepare for?
• What type of dressing is required for a sucking chest wound?
• According to the rule of nines, how much body surface area do the head and neck represent for an adult, and for a child?
• Kyla is in labor and her contractions are three minutes apart; how does the EMR recognize that delivery is imminent?
• Which of the following is a major factor in determining the depth of a burn?
• Jake fell off his bike and injured his knee. His bleeding is dark red and oozing. This usually indicates ________ bleeding.
• What should you do if a patient with a suspected spinal injury is responsive and asking to move?
• The recommended rate of chest compressions for a newborn is ________ per minute.
• The EMR must pay close attention to a burn patient's airway because ________.
• What are common signs of hypothermia that an EMR should recognize?
• Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• What should you immediately do upon completing the scene assessment if the mechanism of injury suggests involvement of the spine?
• Before applying a bandage to a hand injury, what should the EMR ensure?
• Your patient has complained of pain in the jaw, shortness of breath, and nausea. Emergency care includes all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• A burn that is dry, leathery, and charred would be best described as a ________ burn.
• How do elderly adults generally respond to hot environments compared to younger adults?
• What is the first action an EMR should take when dealing with a patient in shock?
• Which of the following is NOT part of an EMS update regarding a hazmat incident?
• What type of bleeding is characterized by dark red oozing from an injury?
• What is a major cause of shock in pediatric trauma patients?
• Which statement about Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) is NOT true?
• Grace washes her hands after each patient contact. This is because handwashing ________.
• In a closed musculoskeletal injury, the EMR expects all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• Which condition is classified as a medical emergency that requires immediate attention?
• To provide emergency care for a patient with a pencil impaled in his eye, the EMR should ________.
• If an elderly patient is confused and exhibits a cool abdomen, which condition should be suspected?
• When the signs and symptoms of a respiratory emergency in a pediatric patient subside, what is the most critical action that should be taken?
• Which type of splint is used to exert counter pull to muscle spasms?
• What is the term for the point when the baby's head is visible at the birth canal?
• What happens to pupils when a light is shone into them?
• During an emergency response, what is often considered a low-oxygen space?
• When dealing with a suspected spinal injury, what is essential before moving the patient?
• When assessing a child's level of responsiveness, which aspect should be prioritized?
• What key sign indicates that a mother is nearing the end of the first stage of labor?
• Regarding the hazardous material, the EMR is expected to ________.
• What is the primary assessment priority when a spinal injury is suspected?
• In preparing for a litter carry, how many team members does it typically take to carry a stretcher for one kilometer?
• Why is the head of an infant or child more susceptible to injury?
• Mickey was thrown against the steering wheel of his car and injured his abdomen. He is now showing signs of shock. The EMR suspects that Mickey has ________ bleeding.
• How should a patient with an open chest wound ideally be positioned?
• Which of the following actions would be inappropriate when treating a patient who has been sexually assaulted?
• A patient has a pencil impaled in her cheek. What action should the EMR take first?
• Personal protective equipment includes all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• What is the primary purpose of conducting a general impression?
• A scalp injury where a portion of the scalp is pulled away from the skull is referred to as what?
• What is a common characteristic of labor contractions during the early stage?
• If a patient has a wound that is spurting bright red blood, what type of bleeding is this?
• How should you handle a patient who may be exposed to hazardous materials?
• What is an important step in emergency care for an evisceration?
• In which scenario should an EMR administer care with the utmost urgency?
• Which of the following is NOT a major goal in initiating a Multiple-Casualty Incident (MCI) plan?
• In a situation of suspected spinal injury, what is the crucial step to take first?
• If a mother experiences excessive vaginal bleeding, what action should an EMR avoid?
• The EMR observes bleeding from an open, depressed wound to the skull. Emergency care for this patient would include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• Which of the following aspects is crucial when managing a patient with a suspected neck injury?
• A priority for the EMR when caring for an amputated part is to keep it ________.
• What is the name of the system used to determine the order of emergency care and transport?
• What should the EMR do with the placenta after it delivers?
• What does the 'L' in the acronym "SAMPLE" represent in a medical history assessment?
• A patient with a behavioural emergency may best be defined as a patient who exhibits abnormal behaviour that is ________.
• When splinting a deformity in the lower leg, where should the splint extend to?
• Hazardous materials may best be defined as ________.
• If the newborn presents with an arm, leg, or shoulder instead of the head, what is the appropriate action?
• How do infants and very young children lose heat in comparison to adults when exposed to cold?
• Which area of the spine is most especially vulnerable to injury?
• The first step in managing a patient showing severe agitation is to:
• Which statement regarding emergency care for an extruded eyeball is NOT correct?
• After the umbilical cord has stopped pulsating, how far should you tie it off from the baby?
• What should Paul, as an EMR, do immediately after witnessing a person fall through the ice?
• Why is the thoracic spine less prone to injury than the cervical spine?
• When caring for a patient with an eye injury, what should be avoided?
• What should you ask immediately after identifying yourself at the scene of an unknown emergency?
• Which of the following is a phone service available to advise rescuers about hazardous materials?
• The presence of dorsalis pedis pulses indicates what about the patient’s condition?
• What does the term "labor" refer to in the context of childbirth?
• When a patient's head and neck are held in a neutral, in-line position, what is aligned with the navel?
• A partial-thickness (2nd degree) burn involves damage to which sections of tissue?
• In assessing a child's pulse, what is an important characteristic to remember?
• In caring for a patient with a closed chest injury, what should be the first action taken by the EMR?
• Which of the following is essential for the safety of the EMR while preparing a landing zone?
• When determining how to respond to a water rescue, you need to consider all the following EXCEPT ________.
• In assisting with childbirth, when should the airway of the newborn be cleared?
• In a saltwater drowning, water ________.
• Items such as ________ suggest that the patient may have a chronic breathing condition.
• During a primary assessment, what is excluded when assessing ABCs?
• How do you assess capillary refill in a patient?
• After applying a dressing to a sucking chest wound, your patient experiences severe respiratory distress. What is the appropriate action?
• What is the primary concern when handling a suspected pelvic fracture?
• Which of the following is a potential sign of a fracture in a limb?
• Your EMR's adult patient was unconscious, with no signs of injury or illness. During the ongoing assessment, the EMR determines a respiratory rate of 4 breaths per minute. What should the EMR do?
• How should you assess sensation in the extremities?
• What is the first action to take after a burn patient has been moved to a safe area?
• If a newborn's pulse rate is less than 60 beats per minute after delivery, what should the EMR do?
• What should you avoid doing when caring for a pediatric patient whom you suspect has been abused?
• When treating a patient who is seriously injured and exhibiting signs of weakness, what is the best course of action?
• Which term best describes Paul’s injury after falling off a ladder, with swelling, deformation, and a laceration?
• In cases of severe musculoskeletal injury, what is a primary reason for seeking immediate medical assistance?
• In cases of heat stroke, which symptom is least likely to occur?
• Which phase marks the formal beginning of an EMS response?
• After a venomous spider bite, what is a critical symptom to monitor for?
• Andy has injured his right eye during a baseball game. Emergency care for his injury includes ________.
• What is the primary purpose of the primary assessment in an emergency situation?
• Which of the following is NOT an appropriate intervention for a patient with respiratory distress?
• Tourniquets should be used ________.
• The term "anaphylactic shock" may best be defined as ________.
• What should be suspected if a patient’s chest wall sinks in during inhalation after being struck by a bat?
• Rich fell through a plate glass window, opening the skin on his right forearm. The wound is spurting blood. This injury may best be described as ________.
• In managing a patient with a head injury, what is one of your top priorities?
• The individual who directs the response and coordinates resources at the scene of a multiple-casualty incident is called what?
• The person responsible for distributing resources at the scene of an MCI is referred to as the ________ officer.
• In what position should a seizing pediatric patient, who has no spine injuries, be placed?
• What should NOT be done when caring for a patient with a marine animal sting?
• What type of splint is preferred for a thigh injury, such as one sustained during a skydive?
• Why are children at a higher risk for developing shock compared to adults?
• In which phase of an EMS response will you first hear details of a call?
• When assessing the environment for hazards, which of the following should be prioritized?
• When treating an open chest wound, how should the occlusive dressing be applied?
• Which of the following is a key responsibility of an emergency responder upon arrival at the scene?
• In drowning, water passes through the patient's lungs into the bloodstream. There it can cause ________.
• What should be monitored in a patient with a suspected musculoskeletal injury?
• How frequently should vital signs be taken for an injured infant or child compared to an adult patient?
• What is a key characteristic of distraction injuries to the spine?
• You are dispatched Code 3 for a 45 year old male who has suffered significant blunt force trauma. Your primary assessment shows that your patient has mental status changes, cold and clammy skin, and increased respiratory and pulse rates. You should suspect ________ bleeding.
• What is the first step in providing emergency care to a patient burned by an unknown white powder?
• In which scenario should an EMR prioritize airway management?
• During a secondary assessment on a pediatric patient, what is the best practice?
• Which type of splint is particularly useful for femur fractures?
• Which of the following is NOT a common cause of shock?
• What question should an EMR ask a patient with numbness and a visible injury on their hand?
• What crucial information is often included in a patient hand-off report?
• What should be included in the pre-transport assessment of a patient in a cold environment?
• After securing an open airway in an unconscious adult, the EMR should ________.
• How should an EMR handle a patient who is agitated or threatening harm?
• ________ can slow down bodily metabolism and the need for oxygen.
• Which of the following is a key concern during an assessment of a pediatric patient?
• When providing emergency care to a female patient suspected of sexual assault, what should the EMR encourage her to do?
• A rapid extrication may be performed in all of the following cases EXCEPT when?
• The term "spontaneous abortion" refers to a miscarriage that occurs before the ________ week of pregnancy.
• When providing care to a patient experiencing an overdose, what should you prioritize?
• Why is a major vein severed in the neck particularly dangerous?
• What should an EMR avoid doing when dealing with a pencil impaled in a patient's cheek?
• What does the term "hypoxic drive" refer to in relation to breathing?
• During what phase of an emergency response does scene assessment begin?
• A truck has stopped on the highway. Which of the following is considered an unsafe way to determine what the truck is carrying?
• A patient has a burn that is moist, blistered, and painful. How would this burn best be described?
• How can a multiple-casualty incident best be defined?
• A patient was stung by a wasp on her left hand. After ensuring her ABCs and positioning the bite site, the EMR should ________.
• When evaluating a patient with suspected heat stroke, what is the most critical action?
• Silos, cisterns, and vaults are examples of what types of spaces?
• Which physiological response is commonly triggered by extreme heat exposure?
• Your top priority in managing a burn patient is to ________.
• Which action is appropriate for an EMR to take when treating minor cuts and abrasions?
• Which of the following phases includes securing the safety of the scene?
• A burn affecting the joints of the left hand would be considered what level of severity?
• When immobilizing a spinal injury patient to a long backboard, what is the first section of the body that should be strapped down?
• What action should you take to stimulate a newborn's breathing after delivery?
• What is the most common cause of seizures in infants and children?
• In the emergency care of a patient with internal bleeding, which action is NOT recommended?
• The term "neutral, in-line position" means the patient's head is positioned how?
• When preparing a landing zone for a helicopter, how should the EMR set up the lights?
• In case of severe limb injury, what should the EMR prioritize?
• The term "overdose" refers to an emergency involving __________.
• If a patient's chief complaint is feeling weak or unwell, what should an EMR do?
• Which of the following would be among the earliest signs and symptoms of shock?
• What should rescuers be prepared for when entering a silo?
• Why are BSI precautions necessary during the emergency care of burn patients?
• What is one piece of equipment essential for effective airway management?
• You are providing emergency care for a patient with a swollen, deformed lower leg and severe pain. What can you do to help reduce the patient's discomfort?
• Your patient responds only when you rub his sternum. Using the AVPU scale, your patient's level of consciousness is ________.
• When dealing with a dirty wound, what is the main priority for the EMR?
• Following a gunshot wound to the chest, what additional injury should the EMR suspect?
• To remove a bee's stinger from the skin, the EMR should ________.
• Which of the following is a sign of a more serious injury that should command immediate attention?
• What is the primary method of controlling severe bleeding from an open wound?
• Juan fell while riding a snowmobile. The EMR notes that Juan has swelling in his face and upper chest, difficulty speaking, and a crackling sensation in the jaw and throat. The EMR suspects ________.
• What factor should NOT influence the decision to carry a patient?
• What should an EMR do first when suspecting a musculoskeletal injury?
• After an ATV rollover, what should the EMR do if the patient complains of neck pain upon palpation?
• Jeff has suffered an open leg wound with extensive damage to the skin and heavy bleeding. An appropriate response to Jeff's question "How bad is it?" would be ________.
• A musculoskeletal injury needs to be stabilized. This is best done by ________.
• A person who ________ is probably experiencing a behavioural emergency.
• A behavioral emergency can be triggered by which of the following factors?
• In order to turn an unconscious patient face-up in shallow water, you should use ________.
• After a helicopter has landed, how should an EMR approach it?
• An EMR is unable to keep a patient's airway open and clear due to a screwdriver impaled in the patient's tongue. The EMR should ________.
• What phase of an EMS response are you in when you report that you are on your way to a vehicle collision?
• When splinting a long-bone injury, which part(s) of the extremity should be immobilized?
• What should the EMR do to minimize the risk of infection at the site of injury?
• When a swimmer is in contact with cool water, heat loss occurs mainly through which process?
• How is the fetus nourished during pregnancy?
• Why is it important for an EMR to monitor a spinal injury patient's airway and breathing closely?
• After splinting an injured limb, what is the next step an EMR should take?
• During delivery, why should your hand be placed on the infant's head?
• Signs of a possible cervical spine injury include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• Why is it important for an EMR to take BSI precautions before assisting with any injury?
• Which of the following actions is NOT part of EMR care for a nosebleed?
• Which of the following is NOT a level of hazmat training?
• Which one of the following best illustrates a possible anaphylactic shock emergency?
• In addition to physical symptoms, what aspect should also be assessed in a child’s emergency evaluation?
• An air embolism can occur when a diver ________.
• Which characteristic is NOT an advantage of helicopter transport for emergencies?
• What is the most important part of a litter carry during an emergency?
• What is the term for a splint that completely surrounds the injured limb?
• What indicates that a patient may be in shock?
• What best defines a "confined space"?
• In cases of suspected spinal injury, why is it important for EMRs to handle the patient carefully?
• What is the most frequent cause of death following a head injury?
• What is a critical safety feature when setting up a helicopter landing zone?
• Which of the following is NOT assessed during the primary assessment?
• The severity of an inhalation injury is determined by all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• What is a major issue posed by open chest injuries?
• What does a firm abdomen in a laboring mother indicate?
• Which action should be avoided to ensure effective hearing protection during an emergency?
• In which of the following cases would it be permissible for an EMR to remove an impaled object from a patient?
• High-angle rescues are characterized by all of the following EXCEPT?
• Signs and symptoms of a black widow spider bite include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• The difference between a dressing and a bandage is ________.
• Your immediate goals in the emergency care of an overdose patient are to __________.
• If you find a fluid-filled membrane around the baby's head during delivery, what is the correct action?
• To flush a chemical from a patient's left eye, the EMR should pour water ________.
• It is not safe to walk in fast moving water over ________ depth.
• What type of injuries should you suspect in infants not properly restrained in their car seats during an auto collision?
• In an extremely cold environment, when should patient assessment and treatment be performed?
• How soon can you expect to assist in the delivery of a baby on scene?
• When dealing with hazardous materials, the EMR should position themselves in which way?
• Examples of psychological crises and psychiatric problems include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• The best position for a mother during an emergency delivery is ________.
• What is the first action an EMR should take when faced with massive road rash?
• What should an EMR monitor for when delivering a baby to ensure safety?
• In addition to obvious wounds to the head, all of the following signs and symptoms indicate a possible head injury EXCEPT ________.
• What type of injury is characterized by a puncture from a nail gun?
• What is recognized as the leading cause of cardiac arrest in infants and children?
• When a patient presents with abdominal pain, what is the first action the EMR should take?
• Reasonable force is best defined as the amount of force needed to __________.
• To stabilize a patient's head and neck, you should place your hands on ________.
• When treating a patient experiencing a spontaneous abortion, you should ________.
• The term "dressing" may best be defined as a ________.
• What is the primary consideration when performing a litter carry in terms of team size?
• For a patient with a burn, which characteristic would demonstrate a second-degree burn?
• One of the most critical factors in the survival of a shock patient is __________.
• During which phase of a call would you report your patient findings to arriving advanced care paramedics?
• What role do caregivers play in assessing the child's responsiveness during an emergency?
• What is the concern when treating an injury where the skin has been completely torn away?
• In managing a patient with a behavioral emergency, it is important for the EMR to:
• What is a potential consequence of improper splinting?
• Suspicion of child abuse or neglect should be considered for any of the following findings except?
• In case of an emergency involving a drug overdose, what is the recommended action for an EMR?
• While managing a spinal injury, when should the EMR perform a secondary assessment?
• When responding to an older patient with a general medical complaint, what is the first step an EMR should take?
• If a patient has bleeding from a neck wound, what is the appropriate method for initial management?
• When a patient is hearing voices that are not present, how should an EMR react?
• What does the acronym "SAMPLE" help to determine during an assessment?
• What is the EMR's primary role in a confined-space emergency?
• What heat emergency is characterized by hot and dry skin, mental confusion, and headache after a heavy workout?
• In emergency care for an open soft-tissue injury, which of the following should NOT be performed?
• A hanging typically results in what type of injury to the spine?
• When conducting a secondary assessment on a patient injured while installing an electric light, what is crucial to examine?
• What is the recommended rate of assisted ventilations for a newborn?
• Your patient is in respiratory distress. When administering oxygen, use ________.
• To properly suction an infant, you must do all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• To position the mother for an examination to determine if the baby is crowning, she should be placed ________.
• What do the vagina and cervix comprise during childbirth?
• According to EMR guidelines, what is an appropriate initial dose of oral glucose for an unconscious diabetic with a BGL of 1.3 mmol/L?
• If you have to improvise a dressing for an open chest wound, what material should you use?
• What should an EMR do after applying direct pressure to an arterial bleed that continues to bleed?
• A bloody show during labor indicates what?
• What is the primary goal of an EMR when handling spinal injuries?
• In a suspected spinal injury scenario, what vital sign should be monitored closely?
• What should not be done when assessing a burn injury?
• The term "localized cold injury" primarily refers to which condition?
• What percentage of EMS calls typically involve true life or death situations?
• The musculoskeletal system is made up of more than how many bones and muscles?
• During a pregnancy, the baby is protected by the ________.
• If the EMR must remove a tick, the correct procedure is to ________.
• Why is it important to move a patient to a warmer environment in cold conditions?
• What is a critical component of post-run activities in EMS?
• How many rescuers are needed to safely remove a helmet from a suspected spinal injury patient?
• What are the most common causes of anaphylactic shock?
• Which condition should be treated as a medical emergency in young children due to its severity?
• During an emergency assessment, if a mother's water has broken, what fluid should be observed for color and odor?
• How are burns classified?
• Which of the following would be an appropriate improvised dressing for a bleeding wound?
• Which of the following would be unlikely to cause an acute change in someone's behaviour?
• A rigid cervical immobilization device can restrict movement by how much, with the remaining percentage accomplished by manual stabilization?
• When should you update dispatch to request advanced life support for a patient with difficulty breathing due to a crushing chest injury?
• What should you do if you feel resistance while realigning a spinal patient's head and they cry out in pain?
• What should be your first action upon receiving a dispatch for a critical emergency?
• When assessing responsiveness, which part of the AVPU scale indicates that the patient responds to verbal stimuli?
• What should not be done when providing emergency care for an adult male patient experiencing a heat emergency?
• A patient is expressing dislike of his mother in a loud voice. A good response from the EMR may be: ________.
• When treating a patient with an abdominal injury and signs of shock, which action should the EMR NOT take?
• In the case of a penetrating chest injury, what is a critical sign to monitor?
• After the baby's feet are delivered, what position should the infant be in?
• What sign or symptom is the MOST indicative of an abdominal injury?
• What should be the first priority in any emergency situation?
• An evisceration is best described as what type of wound?
• Which injury type is characterized by swelling, pain, and deformed limb without open skin?
• What is the most common cause of heat cramps related to exercise?
• Which symptom would most likely suggest severe internal bleeding?
• What immediate action should be taken for a patient experiencing respiratory distress after a bee sting?
• Upon reaching the scene of a behavioral emergency involving a teenager, what should you do next?
• In cases of respiratory distress, what is the most important first step?
• What is a critical factor about the situation of an emergency scene that should be determined first?
• In which scenario is it least likely to suspect a spinal injury?
• If a wound to the neck is left uncovered, ________ may be sucked into the blood vessels causing an obstruction called an "air embolism."
• Emergency care of a patient in anaphylactic shock includes all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• Arterial bleeding is typically associated with __________.
• Upon discovering bruising and grating sensations during the primary assessment of a patient's chest, what injury should the EMR suspect?
• Drowning is second only to ________ as a leading preventable cause of death among children.
• What is the first step an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) must take to provide emergency care for a musculoskeletal injury?
• Which of the following signs suggests that a patient has a closed musculoskeletal injury?
• Emergency care for a patient with a suspected abdominal injury should exclude which of the following actions?
• During a scene assessment, which of the following is an important aspect for EMRs to evaluate?
• Water rescue may be attempted if all of the following are true EXCEPT ________.
• Functions of the musculoskeletal system include all of the following EXCEPT it ________.
• What is the best method to splint a swollen, deformed upper arm injury after a fall?
• In a case of a gunshot wound to the head, what is a concern regarding potential spine injuries?
• In the context of an emergency scene, what does transferring command involve?
• In the event of a chemical eye injury, the EMR should ensure the patient does what?
• A closed wound of the head may present with all of the signs below EXCEPT ________.
• When counting an irregular pulse, how long should you measure it for?
• During your scene assessment, you identify a mechanism of injury that suggests spine injury. This means you should ________ as soon as you begin your primary assessment.
• Management of a tooth that has fallen out or broken off includes all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• What does the term "withdrawal" refer to in an emergency context?
• What should an EMR do if a patient with a suspected spinal injury begins to vomit?
• When splinting a joint injury, which part(s) of the extremity should be immobilized?
• What may cause muscle spasms in a patient who has run a long distance on a hot day?
• When assessing a patient, what does forming a general impression involve?
• Safe ways to identify a hazardous material include all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• How is drowning defined?
• During which phase of EMR emergency care is life-threatening bleeding addressed?
• Which of the following methods is commonly used for immobilizing the cervical spine in a trauma patient?
• What does the term "perfusion" refer to?
• A splint made from any available material is referred to as what type of splint?
• What condition must be suspected in pediatric patients exhibiting cyanosis due to its prevalence as a cause of death?
• Which of the following is NOT a strategy to increase your safety while performing CPR in the back of a moving ambulance?
• The structure that connects the fetus to the placenta is called what?
• At what interval of contractions should you expect to assist in the delivery of a baby?
• What makes pelvic fractures particularly dangerous?
• In what situation should an EMR suspect dehydration?
• What should you avoid when caring for a patient with 3rd degree burns to their chest and abdomen?
• When caring for children, what is essential to consider due to their developmental stage?
• What method is most effective for reducing swelling after a musculoskeletal injury?
• If a pregnant woman is at risk for a miscarriage, what symptom should alert an EMR?
• When you stop to refuel the rescue vehicle, which phase of an EMS response are you currently in?
• If a newborn is born before the 36th week of pregnancy or weighs less than five and one-half pounds, what is this condition called?
• What should be done first when managing a musculoskeletal injury?
• The person who tracks facilities to which patients are transported is called the ________ officer.
• During what phase of an EMS response is cleaning and disinfecting equipment performed?
• Paul has limited jaw motion, distortion of facial features, and numbness to his face. The EMR suspects ________.
• When conducting a primary assessment, what is essential to note first about a patient?
• What is a common protocol after completing a run as an EMS responder?
• A bee stung your patient. The patient now has a hoarse voice, itching of the skin, and facial swelling. You should immediately be prepared for ________ difficulties.
• During a hazardous materials incident, what type of areas should responders be cautious of?
• Which body parts are most commonly affected by local cold injuries?
• How should EMRs treat a patient who is hyperventilating and experiencing shortness of breath?
• What type of burn involves only the epidermis?
• Why should team members communicate effectively during a litter carry?
• Which sign may indicate an airway obstruction?
• You and your partner are responding Code 2 for a 38 year old male who was struck in the head with a ball while playing baseball. During your RBS you find that your patient has an obvious lump on their head that is bluish in color. This injury would be best described as a(n) ________.
• What is the proper method for stabilizing the head and neck of a toddler who has fallen from a height?
• Under which circumstance should you initiate artificial ventilations for a newborn?
• What is the primary function of shivering in response to cold?
• When performing a log roll, what is the ideal number of rescuers needed?
• What is the priority for an EMR caring for a patient who is actively seizing?
• A patient’s chief complaint should include what type of information?