Acadian EMR Practice Test

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• Your patient is lying unresponsive near a tank with placards posted on it. You should
• Moving air in and out of the lungs is called
• In the AVPU scale, the 'V' stands for Verbal.
• Which term best describes events requiring specialized response such as mass casualty incidents and pediatric emergencies?
• True or False: Multiple-casualty incidents, pediatric patients, and untimely death are considered critical incidents.
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a location for ice packs?
• Which process describes energy production in the absence of oxygen?
• Which device is used to ventilate an unresponsive patient when an advanced airway is not available?
• Which statement about positional asphyxia is correct?
• An adult patient has been eviscerated. You should push the protruding organ back in.
• For an adult patient, suctioning should be limited to less than how many seconds?
• Which organ filters blood and creates urine?
• Which history gathering method would you use to get more detailed information about a patient's chest pain?
• An adult patient is not breathing and does not have a carotid pulse. What should you do first?
• This document allows a patient to define in advance what his or her wishes are should he or she become incapacitated due to illness or severe injury.
• Diastolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest.
• Arteries transport blood to the heart.
• Which of the following is a component of a scene size up?
• Which wound is usually larger and more serious?
• If an infant is crying but appears without injuries, what color tag indicates their triage priority?
• Gas exchange occurs in the
• What term describes the study of how disease processes affect the functions of the body?
• Which medication would you administer to counter acute bronchospasm in asthma?
• In an emergency, which action aligns with best practice when a patient is aggressively resisting care?
• Which condition involves blood in the chest cavity?
• Which of the following is not part of the central nervous system?
• What is the primary goal of a scene size up?
• Anxiety after significant injury is a possible sign of shock.
• Which pulse is used for infant circulation assessment?
• On arrival at a scene with power lines on a vehicle and road, you should
• In a violent encounter with a patient wielding a knife, the appropriate action is to
• Which medication would you most likely assist an asthma patient with?
• Which stretcher is designed to accommodate oversized patients up to a maximum of 1600 pounds?
• The 'A' in 'AVPU' stands for
• An open and clear airway is said to be
• Which type of shock is most likely when a spinal cord injury prevents vasoconstriction?
• Which term describes a patient lying down on their back?
• Which of the following organs is not hollow?
• The legal term for giving formal permission for care is
• Which term describes written guidance for common emergency conditions?
• An adult patient is breathing shallow at four times per minute. You should
• An infant in a car seat is crying but shows no visible injuries. What color triage tag would be used?
• The statement 'Accessing a vehicle at the crash scene typically requires tools or special equipment' is true.
• Untreated respiratory injuries can cause other body systems to fail due to lack of oxygen.
• Which section of your spine makes up your lower back?
• A nonrebreather mask provides oxygen through two small prongs in the nostrils at one to six liters per minute. True or False?
• Body language is an example of what kind of communication?
• In EMS, consent to provide care is always required from the patient, even in emergencies.
• In airway terms, what does 'patent' mean?
• Which statement correctly reflects the recommended positioning when addressing a patient?
• When speaking to a patient, you should position yourself?
• For a patient with suspected spinal injuries, which airway maneuver is preferred?
• Repeating assessments and noticing any changes in patient condition is called the Reassessment.
• What is the term for the process of moving air into the lungs called?
• Which body cavity holds the lungs, heart, aorta, and vena cava?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of Personal Protective Equipment?
• To assess circulation on an infant, you would use their brachial pulse.
• The heart is located in which body cavity?
• The channel that primarily conveys nonverbal information is called?
• Your patient is conscious and stable. You need to get them down 4 flights of stairs. Which device would be most appropriate to use?
• The lower part of the heart is quivering, resulting in no blood flow to the vital organs. This is most likely which rhythm?
• Bruises, vomiting blood, and evidence of blunt trauma are signs of
• Which document allows a patient to define in advance what his or her wishes are should he or she become incapacitated due to illness or severe injury?
• As an EMR, you are mandated to report if you suspect or know that child abuse has occurred.
• Gastric distention during ventilation can result in which of the following?
• Who directs the lift on a log roll?
• What is the two rescuer infant compression-to-ventilation ratio?
• Perfusion is defined as?
• Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs?
• Which body cavity holds the stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen?
• For a crying infant who has no visible injuries, which triage color tag is applied according to standard coloring?
• The statement 'Complex access to a vehicle does not require tools or special equipment' is true.
• Diarrhea, vomiting, and a sunken fontanel could be a sign of dehydration.
• The ambient temperature must be below freezing for hypothermia to occur.
• A patient who fell from height and has leg paralysis should be evaluated for what condition?
• During rescue breaths, each breath should last about one second.
• Which is the largest and strongest heart chamber
• Reports may be handwritten or electronic and recognized by which title?
• Which technique is used to open the airway of an adult who has drowned?
• What does the 'V' stand for in AVPU?
• In penetrating trauma, which wound is larger and more serious?
• Sunken fontanel is a sign of dehydration.
• To detect and care for serious injuries in a patient with a significant MOI, you will begin by performing a Rapid Secondary Exam.
• As an EMR, you are able to assist patients with their own medications.
• If the heart rate is too fast, ventricles don't have time to fill, reducing cardiac output.
• MCI stands for Multiple Casualty Incident.
• In triage coding, what color tag would be placed on an uninjured but crying infant?
• Nosebleed initial step pinch nostrils
• Which two gases are primarily exchanged by the respiratory system?
• What term refers to air trapped in the pleural space?
• Blood pressure readings are a reliable indicator of shock in children.
• Long spine boards are often discussed in trauma care. Which statement is accurate about them?
• In a patient wearing a loose-fitting helmet that blocks airway management, you may remove the helmet.
• For chemical burns to the eyes, you should flush the eyes with clean water.
• The main jobs of the cardiovascular system are to carry blood and other nutrients to the body's cells and assist with the removal of wastes and carbon dioxide from the cells.
• In suspected cardiac arrest, what is the first action you should take?
• Disposable gloves, barrier devices, and eyewear are examples of
• A child under one year old is categorized as an
• If an adult patient has a gag reflex, which airway adjunct is most appropriate to aid ventilation?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue?
• Which of the following is a primary function of the skeletal system?
• The abdominal cavity contains organs such as the stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen.
• Which sign indicates respiratory distress?
• What is the difference between tidal volume and vital capacity?
• What is the most serious type of heat emergency?
• Which set correctly lists the components of the cardiovascular system?
• Which is part of the appendicular skeleton?
• To detect and care for serious injuries in a patient with a significant MOI, you will begin by performing a
• Which of the following is NOT a component of a scene size up?
• A severe reaction to an insect bite that results in hypotension, wheezing and hives is called
• Which item is a component of the EMS minimum data set?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with sepsis?
• Which medication is an antidote to narcotics?
• In an emergent assessment, a crying infant with no injuries would be assigned which color tag?
• What is the first link in the AHA Chain of Survival?
• Septic shock is primarily caused by which condition?
• To place a child’s head in a neutral position after a fall, where should you place a folded towel?
• Generally, veins are thicker and tougher than arteries.
• A contraindication of nitroglycerin is
• Something you can see and observe about your patient is a
• The endocrine system regulates metabolism, hair growth, and reproduction through chemicals called
• Anxiety, restlessness, or combativeness after a significant injury could be a sign of shock.
• The left ventricle is responsible for pumping blood to the body.
• DNR stands for what?
• Very long seizures, or seizures that repeat one after another is called
• In a pediatric head injury, placing a folded towel under the shoulders helps place the head in what position?
• Hypoglycemia means the patients blood sugar is too high.
• What is the first phase of an emergency call?
• What are late signs of frostbite?
• Which term best describes a blockage in the brain's blood vessels that causes brain damage?
• An adult patient was involved in a boating accident, then drowned. Which technique should you use to open his airway?
• Which finding is most indicative of a dislocated hip?
• What is the leading cause of injury death in the elderly population?
• A myocardial infarction is also know as
• In the context of bleeding control, what action is recommended first?
• Something you can see and observe about your patient is a Sign.
• An adult patient with fever, low blood pressure, and suspected infection is most likely experiencing which type of shock?
• Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?
• What color triage tag should an adult patient receive who has been partially decapitated and has no pulse or breathing?
• Fever, chills, rapid breathing, and low blood pressure are signs of
• During a HazMat response, medical personnel work in the Cold zone.
• You should never allow smoking around an oxygen cylinder. True or False?
• Black indicates deceased or unsalvageable.
• An adult patient fell from 10 feet high onto concrete and landed on his back. He is awake and alert but complains of loss of sensation and paralysis in his legs. You should suspect
• Status Epilepticus is defined as
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a common type of abuse found in the geriatric population in the source material?
• Which device is most appropriate to move a conscious, stable patient down four flights of stairs?
• Which of the following structures comprise the central nervous system?
• An unresponsive adult with a deformed left arm, scene safe, ALS on the way. You should
• An elderly patient fell and presents with her left foot rotated laterally. You should suspect
• The release phase of CPR aids in filling the heart with blood.
• A good transfer of care report should contain (Choose 3)
• Which body system uses chemical messengers to regulate metabolism, growth, and reproduction?
• Red indicates life-threatening conditions.
• A hyperbaric chamber supplies oxygen at
• The heart refills during the release phase of chest compressions.
• What is the space called between the lungs and the chest wall?
• On a nonrebreather mask, the reservoir bag should be filled
• What happens to ventilation when carbon dioxide levels rise?
• How many breaths does a typical adult take per minute?
• After significant head trauma, you may see a patient flex or extend their arms abnormally. This is called?
• Where is the exchange site of gases between the blood and tissues?
• An adult patient is having a nosebleed. You should
• Anaerobic metabolism is more efficient than aerobic metabolism.
• An early sign of Alzheimer's disease is forgetfulness.
• Which action should you take for an adult patient in respiratory distress who is not breathing adequately but is not pulseless?
• In emergencies when a patient cannot consent, care may be provided based on
• A disease that prevents patients from producing enough insulin or from using it effectively is called
• A bariatric stretcher is designed to accommodate up to how many pounds?
• Which device is most suitable for moving a conscious, stable patient down four flights of stairs?
• Which organization developed its own incident management system known as NIMS?
• This level of EMS education and training is designed specifically for the individual who is often first to arrive at the scene.
• The warm zone is also known as the Contamination Reduction Zone.
• Which statement is true about confusion and mental status?
• Which of the following lists all three muscle types found in the human body?
• During casualty sorting, an uninjured infant who is crying would be given which color tag?
• In a suspected neck or back injury after a crash, which action is appropriate?
• An infant's tongue, as well as a hyperflexed or hyperextended head, can easily obstruct the airway.
• Which of the following is NOT a typical finding when the body compensates for reduced blood pressure?
• What type of dressing are most common for burns greater than 9% body surface area (BSA)?
• What two systems work together to perfuse the body's tissues?
• Placards identify hazardous materials by
• What condition is characterized by decreased surface area in the alveoli?
• In an adult patient who has a pulse but is not breathing, which actions should be performed?
• The majority of communication is transmitted through which channel?
• In a triage scenario, what color tag would be applied to an infant crying with no visible injuries?
• A crying infant in a seat with no visible injuries would be tagged with which color in the triage color scheme?
• The liver is a solid organ.
• Weakness on one side of the body is a sign of
• Which scenario would prevent you from giving oral glucose?
• The rhythm described by a quivering ventricle with no effective blood flow is which?
• Perfusion is defined as the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removal of wastes.
• How many chest compressions should you deliver every minute?
• Veins return blood to the heart.
• When listening to the chest of a chronic bronchitis patient, you expect to hear
• What hormone is produced by the pancreas and is responsible for the regulation of blood sugar?
• As an EMR, you are both morally and legally responsible for protecting the privacy of your patient.
• The seated position is the best position to delay the progression of shock.
• Long spine boards reduce the chances of injury during transport and are comfortable for most patients.
• During an MCI which group is in charge of assessing and sorting patients?
• The first step in controlling severe bleeding is
• An object lodged in the airway above the trachea is considered a(an)
• Which organ is not hollow?
• According to the rule of nines, an infant's legs count as the same percentage of body surface area as an adult.
• The portion of the spine responsible for the lower back is the lumbar spine.
• What describes the relationship between respiration and the rest of the body?
• Which of the following signs indicates possible internal bleeding?
• You should always change out O2 cylinders before they fall below which pressure?
• Which stage of death and dying is characterized by sadness and mourning of unaccomplished goals?
• The hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar is which?
• When the situation is not urgent, the patient is stable, and you have adequate time and personnel for a move, you should use a?
• In triage practice, a crying infant with no visible injuries would be tagged with which color?
• Which tag color is assigned to an infant who is crying but has no detectable injuries during triage?
• What is the first step in controlling an open chest injury?
• When sorting patients, an infant who is crying yet shows no injuries would bear which triage color tag?
• What term do we use to describe heat transferring to an object from the body?
• A tourniquet should be placed 3 inches below the wound.
• The face-to-face communication process that focuses on advancing the physical and emotional well-being of a patient is called?
• In an emergent move scenario, which condition warrants performing the move?
• In a rapid assessment, an uninjured infant who is crying would be assigned which triage color?
• Which device delivers high-concentration oxygen with a reservoir?
• Clearly defined written guidance that describe how to manage the most common types of conditions, such as chest pain, cardiac arrest, difficulty breathing, and severe allergic reactions are called
• The body goes into shock when oxygen delivery and waste removal fails.
• A blockage in arteries supplying blood that results in damage to the brain is called
• You should position yourself in front of the patient where you can be clearly seen and speak clearly when interviewing geriatric patients.
• Which burn depth is characterized by charred tissue?
• Which item is least likely to be considered PPE in EMS?
• To dress an evisceration, you should use which dressing?
• What term refers to the specific reason a patient called emergency services?
• An adult patient has an object impaled in their chest. You should ...
• A myocardial infarction is commonly known as what?
• Which term describes minor open wounds like road rash?
• When interviewing geriatric patients, you should consider your approach to ensure clear communication.
• In an emergency triage scenario, an infant found crying in their car seat with no visible injuries would be assigned which color tag?
• The main function of the skeletal system is to provide?
• Head trauma patients should be positioned?
• Your patient is cyanotic. What tint should their skin be?
• What assessment should be performed before and after immobilization of an extremity?
• Which type of shock occurs when the spinal cord is damaged and unable to control the tone of blood vessels?
• A 6-month-old child who is choking should be treated with which maneuver?
• Where in the respiratory system does gas exchange take place?
• An early sign of Alzheimer's disease is
• The normal vital signs for pediatric patients are different from the normal ranges for adults.
• Which is the most serious complication associated with improperly restraining uncooperative or combative patients?
• What is the normal range for the adult respiratory rate per minute?
• In the helmet scenario, the correct action is to remove the helmet.
• Which medication would you most likely assist an asthma patient with during an attack?
• What medication would you most likely administer to an anaphylaxis patient?
• A bone that is broken, chipped, cracked, or splintered is commonly referred to as a
• An adult patient has a history of heart failure. Which symptom would you suspect?
• MCI requires triage to determine priority of care.
• The tripod position and accessory muscle use are signs of respiratory compromise.
• Inadequate breathing will eventually result in death.
• The primary function of the digestive system is to
• Universal precautions require treating all patients as potentially infectious.
• Which chamber of the heart ejects blood out into the body?
• How many nationally recognized EMS levels are defined by the Scope of Practice Model?
• What is the correct method to fix a mistake in a handwritten PCR?
• The narrative component of the EMS patient care report contains which information?
• Which situation is appropriate to restrain the patient?
• Repeating assessments and noticing any changes in patient's condition is called the
• What percentage of oxygen does an EMR provide when administered 15 liters per minute through a BVM?
• Which airway management method is contraindicated in a patient with a suspected spinal injury?
• A child from one to three years old is considered
• In chest impalement, which action is NOT appropriate?
• When ventilating a patient, you should deliver breaths slowly over one second.
• FEMA's incident management system is known as NIMS.
• What is the condition called when blood from damaged tissue enters the chest cavity?
• To assess circulation on an infant, you would use their
• In the AVPU scale, what does the 'A' indicate?
• Which vessels return blood to the heart?
• Which term describes minor open wounds like road rash?
• During mass triage, a crying infant with no injuries would receive which color label on their triage tag?
• Which statement is true about treating anaphylaxis?
• Which airway adjunct should be avoided in a patient with a gag reflex?
• The cardiovascular system consists of (Pick 3).
• Which term refers to the approach that all patients are considered infectious until proven otherwise?
• Which item is NOT a component of the EMS minimum data set?
• Which of the following is a form of elder abuse widely recognized as occurring in the geriatric population?
• If there isn't bruising present immediately, there is no injury present.
• Which chamber of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the body?
• Which classification of burn is characterized by charring?
• Which condition involves insufficient insulin production or usage?
• An infant in distress due to crying but with no injuries would receive what color triage tag?
• The 'S' in Opqrst stands for Severity.
• Confusion is an example of altered mental status.
• Which body system regulates body temperature, protects the body from outside toxins, and is composed of three layers?
• What type of medications are used to combat asthma
• What is the term for emotional or verbal abuse that seriously affects a child's positive emotional development, well-being, and self-esteem?
• Where should you place ice packs on a heat emergency patient?
• Which term refers to air trapped in the pleural space?
• The type of shock occurs when the body loses a significant amount of blood
• Which statement is false?
• The hospital receiving vital signs, medications, and on-scene assessment to guide ongoing care is called:
• Cyanosis color tint? Which option represents the color associated with cyanosis?
• A child's car seat was damaged during a motor vehicle accident. The child complains of neck and back pain. You should
• On scene with a patient that is unresponsive and not breathing, you should
• TB is typically transmitted by airborne droplets.
• The recommended chest compression rate is 100-120 per minute.
• True or False: A heart rate that is too fast reduces cardiac output by shortening ventricular filling time.
• What color triage tag do patients with serious ABC problems such as a breathing rate above 30 or altered mental receive?
• An allergic reaction and anaphylaxis are the same in presentation and severity.
• You should feed the hallucinations of behavioral patients to find the root causes of their psychosis.
• The appendicular skeleton includes which of the following?
• If blood vessels lose tone or become too relaxed, the blood pressure would
• A national model that defines the scope of care for the four nationally recognized levels of EMS provider is called the
• During handoff, which information might the receiving hospital review to guide ongoing care?
• If injuries or condition affecting the respiratory system are not handled promptly, the other systems will starve for oxygen and fail.
• If a patient refuses to consent to medical care, but you find their reasons senseless, you should
• The physician who assumes ultimate responsibility for medical oversight of the patient care aspects of EMS is called the
• When splinting a long bone, you should secure the joint above and below the injury.
• Which structure is NOT a site of gas exchange?
• Which term best describes a child younger than one year?
• In airway management, where is the obstruction located if it is above the trachea?
• Which organ produces bile?