EMS Pre-Hospital Care & Treatment

Question 1

What is the first step in assessing an unresponsive patient in a pre-hospital setting?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness

Answer

Apply an AED immediately

Answer

Start CPR

Answer

Administer oxygen

Question 2

Which technique is recommended for opening the airway of an unconscious patient without a suspected spinal injury?

Accepted Answer

Head-tilt, chin-lift

Answer

Jaw thrust maneuver

Answer

Chest compressions

Answer

Suctioning the airway

Question 3

Why is early defibrillation critical in cardiac arrest cases?

Accepted Answer

It increases survival chances by restoring normal rhythm

Answer

It prevents brain injury

Answer

It eliminates the need for CPR

Answer

It replaces the need for advanced airway management

Question 4

Which vital sign is most indicative of shock in a trauma patient?

Accepted Answer

Decreasing blood pressure

Answer

Elevated respiratory rate

Answer

Increased temperature

Answer

Slowed pulse rate

Question 5

How should a first responder treat a patient with severe external bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure to the wound

Answer

Give the patient fluids orally

Answer

Apply a warm compress

Answer

Have the patient elevate their feet

Question 6

What is the priority when treating a patient experiencing respiratory distress?

Accepted Answer

Ensure a patent airway

Answer

Administer pain medication

Answer

Monitor heart rate

Answer

Assess pupil reaction