EMT Skills and Training 3

Question 1

During a patient assessment, when should an EMT perform a rapid trauma assessment?

Accepted Answer

When the mechanism of injury suggests serious trauma

Answer

A rapid trauma assessment is performed when the mechanism of injury suggests the potential for significant injury, such as high-speed MVC or falls from height.

Question 2

What is the proper technique for sizing a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) adjunct?

Accepted Answer

Measure from the nose to the earlobe or the corner of the mouth

Answer

An NPA is sized by measuring from the tip of the nose to the earlobe or corner of the mouth to ensure proper fit.

Question 3

When packaging a patient with a suspected spinal injury for transport, what position is preferred if the patient is conscious and hemodynamically stable?

Accepted Answer

Supine on a long backboard with manual stabilization

Answer

A supine position on a long backboard with manual in-line stabilization is the standard for suspected spinal injury patients during transport.

Question 4

An EMT arrives on scene of a patient in anaphylaxis. After epinephrine is administered via auto-injector, what is the appropriate injection site?

Accepted Answer

Outer aspect of the mid-thigh

Answer

Epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPen) are designed for intramuscular injection into the outer aspect of the mid-thigh for fastest absorption.

Question 5

What is the correct flow rate when administering oxygen via nasal cannula?

Accepted Answer

1-6 L/min

Answer

A nasal cannula delivers 24-44% oxygen at flow rates of 1-6 L/min; exceeding 6 L/min does not increase FiO2 and can dry mucous membranes.

(EMT) Emergency Medical Technician Practice Test

(EMT) Emergency Medical Technician Practice Test

EMT Skills and Training 3