7 Questions
Which level of the EMS professions provides basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients?
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Which level of the EMS professions initiates immediate life-saving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system?
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Which level of the EMS professions provides basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients?
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
Which level of the EMS professions provides the most extensive prehospital care and may administer medications, interpret electrocardiograms, perform endotracheal intubations, and use complex equipment?
Paramedic
What is the goal of the EMS Program?
To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)
What are the career opportunities in the EMS professions?
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) and Paramedic
What is the role of the paramedic in the EMS system?
To prevent and reduce mortality and morbidity due to illness and injury
Test your knowledge on the various levels of EMS professions, ranging from basic emergency medical care to extensive prehospital care. Learn about the goals of the EMS program and explore career opportunities in this field.
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