Question 1

Which of the following components can be determined by assessing the mechanism of injury? Select the two correct options.

Options :

A : Extent of injury

B : Destination facility

C : Chances of survival

D : Patient's medical history

E : Need for additional resources

Answer: A,E

Question 2

Which statement about a patient’s right to refuse care is correct?

Options :

A : A child who is old enough to understand danger is old enough to refuse care and transport

B : An adult patient who is of sound mind and understands the consequences can refuse treatment.

C : No one can authorize treatment or transport for any other individual, regardless of his or her age.

D : EMTs should leave immediately whenever a patient says that he or she will refuse care.

Answer: B

Question 3

When is it acceptable to take a patient directly from the hot zone without going through decontamination?

Options :

A : When the patient requires life saving interventions

B : Never, no matter how sick the patient is they must be decontaminated

C : Anytime the EMS commander deems it acceptable

D : Only minor exposure patients only

Answer: B

Question 4

A 64-year-old female has just collapsed in cardiac arrest. You are alone. After your initial assessment, you should give two ventilations, then:

Options :

A : Analyze the rhythm, and deliver a shock if indicated.

B : Begin chest compressions for one minute.

C : Analyze the rhythm, and begin chest compressions

D : Call medical control, and begin chest compressions.

Answer: C

Question 5

The lights and siren on an emergency vehicle ____.

Options :

A : allow the operator of an emergency vehicle to drive without regard for the safety of others

B : allow an emergency vehicle to be driven as fast as possible

C : are a request for drivers to yield right of way

D : allow the emergency vehicle driver to disregard all traffic laws

Answer: C

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