Your primary concern when arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash is: A) gaining access to the patient(s). |
D) surveying the area for hazards. |
While staged at the scene of a structure fire, the EMT should _________. A) locate the safety officer |
D) remain with the ambulance |
Upon arrival at an accident scene, the EMT should _________. A) leave emergency lights running |
A) leave emergency lights running |
Situational awareness is MOST accurately defined as: A) an ongoing process of information gathering and scene evaluation to determine appropriate strategies and tactics. |
B) the ability to recognize any possible issues once you arrive at the scene and act proactively to avoid a negative impact. |
In order to evaluate hazards present at the scene and determine the number of patients, you should: A) request the fire department at all scenes. |
B) perform a 360° walk-around of the scene. |
_____________ is defined as the ability to reach the patient. A) Access |
A) Access |
Common duties and responsibilities of EMS personnel at the scene of a motor vehicle crash include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) keeping bystanders at a safe distance. |
A) keeping bystanders at a safe distance. |
You arrive at an accident scene to find an alternative-fuel vehicle leaking an unknown substance. You should immediately _________. A) search the vehicle for occupants |
D) call for additional resources and keep bystanders away from the vehicle |
At a scene with downed electrical lines, the EMT should _________. A) remain outside the hot zone |
A) remain outside the hot zone |
Which of the following statements regarding the rapid extrication technique is correct? A) The only indication for performing a rapid extrication is if the patient is not entrapped and is in cardiac arrest. |
D) The rapid extrication technique is indicated if the scene is unsafe and the patient is not entrapped in his or her vehicle. |
You are attempting to gain access to a patient who was injured when his truck struck another vehicle from behind. The patient is conscious and alert, but is screaming in pain. You try to open the door, but it is locked. You should: A) break the window and unlock the door. |
B) ask the patient if he can unlock the door. |
Once entrance and access to the patient have been provided, you should: A) allow extrication to commence. |
B) perform a primary assessment. |
The use of special tools to remove an entrapped patient from a vehicle is known as _________. A) complex access |
A) complex access |
19-year-old female has just been extricated from her severely damaged car. She is on a long backboard and has been moved to a place of safety. As your partner maintains manual stabilization of her head, you perform a rapid assessment. The patient is unconscious, has slow and shallow respirations, and has bilaterally closed femur deformities. You should: A) stabilize her legs with the pneumatic antishock garment (PASG). |
D) direct your partner to begin ventilatory assistance. |
A 33-year-old restrained driver of a motor vehicle crash is awake and alert, complaining only of neck pain. The vehicle is stable and no hazards are present. When removing this patient from his vehicle, you should: A) use the rapid extrication technique. |
B) immobilize him with a vest-style device. |
When removing a critically injured patient from his or her vehicle, you should: A) remove him or her using a short backboard. |
C) protect the cervical spine during the entire process. |
If a technical rescue team is required at the scene, but is not present when you arrive, you should: A) don personal protective equipment and begin the rescue process. |
B) check with the incident commander to ensure that the team is en route. |
Returning the emergency unit to service is part of the _________. A) transfer phase |
C) termination phase |
The EMT’s role at the scene of a search and rescue attempt is to: A) accompany search team members and provide care. |
D) stand by at the command post until the person is located. |
The EMT’s responsibility during search-and-rescue operations is to _________. A) assist in the search on foot |
D) stage until the patient is located |
Upon arrival at a search-and-rescue incident, the EMS crew should _________. A) prepare the equipment to carry to the patient |
A) prepare the equipment to carry to the patient |
Which of the following statements regarding trench rescue is correct? A) Rescue vehicles should park at least 250′ from the scene. |
B) Ground vibration is a primary cause of secondary collapse. |
Upon arrival at a trench rescue operation, you should _________. A) park as close to the incident as possible |
B) park at least 500′ from the incident |
Upon arriving at the scene of a law enforcement tactical situation, you should ensure your own safety and then: A) begin immediate triage of any injured personnel. |
B) report to the incident commander for instructions. |
Your unit has been dispatched to stand by at the scene of a structure fire. There are no injuries of which you are aware. Upon arriving at the scene, you should: A) contact medical control and apprise him or her of the situation. |
D) ask the incident commander where the ambulance should be staged. |
Extrication is MOST accurately defined as: |
removal form a dangerous situation or position |
A 33-year-old restrained driver of a motor vehicle crash is awake and alert, complaining only of neck pain. The vehicle is stable and no hazards are present. When removing this patient from his vehicle, you should |
immobilize him with a vest-style device |
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