Question 1

What is the correct procedure for handling a used airway?

Options :

A : Discard it in a biohazard trash container.

B : Clean it with alcohol foam and dry it off.

C : Disinfect it with bleach and water solution.

D : Sterilize it in an autoclave or boiling water.

Answer: A

Question 2

You have responded for a 17 year-old male who has had a sudden onset of shortness of breath. During your evaluation of the patient, he tells you that he has a history of Marfan's syndrome. The patient is dyspneic and has decreased lung sounds on the left side of his chest. What do you think is the most likely cause of this patient's shortness of breath?

Options :

A : Pneumonia

B : Pulmonary embolis

C : Spontaneous pneumothorax

D : Congenital lung disease

Answer: C

Question 3

A large collection of blood under the skin is known as?

Options :

A : Contusion

B : Abrasion

C : Hematoma

D : Bruise

Answer: C

Question 4

You arrive to find the patient actively seizing. What is your primary concern with this patient?

Options :

A : What type of seizure is the patient having:

B : Past medical history

C : Last seizure

D : Airway

Answer: D

Question 5

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