EMT Chapter 2 Quiz

Questions and Answers

After assessing a patient's blood glucose level, you accidentally stick yourself with the contaminated lancet. You should:

Get immunized against hepatitis as soon as possible

Discontinue patient care and seek medical attention

Immerse your wound in an alcohol-based solution

Report the incident to your supervisor after the call (correct)

At the scene of an automobile crash, a utility pole has been broken and power lines are lying across the car. The patients inside the car are conscious. You should:

Mark off a danger zone around the downed lines (correct)

Remove the lines with a non-conductive object

Advise the patients to carefully get out of the car

Proceed with normal extrication procedures

Common factors that influence how a patient reacts to the stress of an illness or injury include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Assessment by the EMT (correct)

Fear of medical personnel

Mental disorders

History of chronic disease

General adaptation syndrome is characterized by which of the following phases?

Alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery Signup and view all the answers

Gloves, a mask, eye protection, and a face shield should be used:

When performing endotracheal intubation Signup and view all the answers

Quid pro quo, a type of sexual harassment occurs when the harasser:

Requests sexual favors in exchange for something else Signup and view all the answers

The EMT's first priority is __________.

personal safety Signup and view all the answers

The MOST serious consequence of drug or alcohol abuse among EMS personnel is:

Substandard or inappropriate patient care Signup and view all the answers

The simplest, yet most effective method of preventing the spread of an infectious disease is to:

Wash your hands in between patient contacts Signup and view all the answers

Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you should:

Put on high-visibility safety vests Signup and view all the answers

Vaccination against hepatitis A virus is unnecessary if you:

Have been infected with hepatitis in the past Signup and view all the answers

Vector-borne transmission of an infectious organism occurs via:

Animals or insects Signup and view all the answers

When decontaminating the back of your ambulance after a call, you should:

Allow surfaces to air dry unless otherwise indicated in the product's directions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an effective stress management strategy?

Developing a social network outside of EMS Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding HIV is correct?

There is no vaccine against HIV infection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the different stages of the grieving process is correct?

The stages of the grieving process may occur simultaneously Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would provide the EMT with the BEST cover in a situation involving active gunfire?

A concrete barricade Signup and view all the answers

While providing care to a patient, blood got onto the ambulance stretcher. Because the stretcher was not properly cleaned afterward, a virus was transmitted to another EMT several days later. Which route of transmission does this scenario describe?

Indirect transmission Signup and view all the answers

You are transporting an elderly woman who has possibly experienced a stroke. You should:

Acknowledge that she is scared and tell her that you will take good care of her Signup and view all the answers

__________ is a response to the anticipation of danger.

anxiety Signup and view all the answers

A 12-year-old boy told his grandmother he was going to collect the day's mail, located on the opposite side of the street, for her. As he was returning with the mail, he was struck by a vehicle and was found lying lifeless in the middle of the street. Which of the following would be appropriate to say to the grandmother?

We're placing him on a backboard to protect his back, and we'll take him to the hospital. Do you know who his doctor is? Signup and view all the answers

Components of the CISM system include:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

If you find that you are the target of the patient's anger, make sure that you:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Sexual harassment is defined as:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The quickest source of energy is _________; however, this supply will last less than a day and is consumed in greater quantities during stress.

glucose Signup and view all the answers

When acknowledging the death of a child, reactions vary, but ___________ is common.

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Proper _______________ is the simplest, yet most effective way to control disease transmission.

handwashing Signup and view all the answers

The struggle to remain calm in the face of horrible circumstances contributes to the _________________ of the job.

emotional stress Signup and view all the answers

You or your partner may develop ______________ after experiencing a particularly stressful call.

posttraumatic stress disorder Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure

If a contaminated lancet sticks you, report to your supervisor after the call.

Scene Safety

In an accident with downed power lines, marking off a danger zone is crucial while ensuring patient safety.

Patient Stress Factors

Factors influencing patient responses to stress include mental disorders, chronic disease history, and fear of medical personnel, but not EMT assessment.

General Adaptation Syndrome

Comprised of three phases: alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gloves, masks, eye protection, and face shields are essential during endotracheal intubation.

Sexual Harassment Definitions

Quid pro quo harassment involves requesting sexual favors in exchange for benefits.

Prioritizing Safety

An EMT's top priority is personal safety over other concerns.

Consequences of Substance Abuse in EMS

The most serious implication of drug/alcohol misuse is substandard patient care.

Infection Control

The most effective way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases is handwashing between patient contacts.

Emergency Scene Protocol

When arriving at a vehicle crash scene, wearing high-visibility safety vests is advised for safety.

Hepatitis Vaccination

Vaccination against hepatitis A is unnecessary if previously infected.

Vector-Borne Transmission

Infectious organisms can be transmitted through animals or insects, not just surfaces or direct contact.

Ambulance Decontamination

Post-call decontamination should allow surfaces to air dry, following product instructions.

Stress Management for EMTs

Developing a social network outside of EMS is a beneficial stress management strategy.

HIV and Contagion

There is no vaccine for HIV infection, making it a significant concern in medical fields.

Grieving Process

Individuals may experience different grieving stages simultaneously, including shock and disbelief.

Active Shooter Situations

A concrete barricade offers the best protection during active gunfire scenarios.

Indirect Transmission of Infection

Blood transfer from a contaminated stretcher exemplifies indirect contact transmission.

Patient Communication

Acknowledge patients' fears and reassure them of your care and support.

Anticipation of Danger

Anxiety serves as a response to anticipated danger.

Communication with Families

Clearly communicate the medical actions being taken to the families of victims.

CISM Components

Critical Incident Stress Management includes pre-incident education, defusings, and family support.

Managing Patients' Anger

Ensure personal safety and remain calm and tolerant when dealing with angry patients.

Sexual Harassment Overview

Sexual harassment encompasses unwelcome advances and conduct of a sexual nature.

Energy Sources

Glucose provides a quick but short-term energy source, particularly during stress.

Reactions to Child Death

Shock, disbelief, and denial are common reactions when a child passes away.

Disease Transmission Prevention

Handwashing is the most effective measure to control the spread of disease.

Emotional Resilience in EMS

The job involves significant emotional stress, necessitating strategies for coping with traumatic experiences.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

EMS providers may develop PTSD after particularly challenging calls.

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Test your knowledge with this EMT Chapter 2 quiz focusing on critical patient care situations and responses. Assess your understanding of protocols and appropriate actions during emergencies. Ideal for EMT students and professionals preparing for real-world scenarios.

Questions and Answers

After assessing a patient's blood glucose level, you accidentally stick yourself with the contaminated lancet. You should:

At the scene of an automobile crash, a utility pole has been broken and power lines are lying across the car. The patients inside the car are conscious. You should:

Common factors that influence how a patient reacts to the stress of an illness or injury include all of the following, EXCEPT:

General adaptation syndrome is characterized by which of the following phases?

Gloves, a mask, eye protection, and a face shield should be used:

Quid pro quo, a type of sexual harassment occurs when the harasser:

The EMT's first priority is __________.

The MOST serious consequence of drug or alcohol abuse among EMS personnel is:

The simplest, yet most effective method of preventing the spread of an infectious disease is to:

Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you should:

Vaccination against hepatitis A virus is unnecessary if you:

Vector-borne transmission of an infectious organism occurs via:

When decontaminating the back of your ambulance after a call, you should:

Which of the following is an effective stress management strategy?

Which of the following statements regarding HIV is correct?

Which of the following statements regarding the different stages of the grieving process is correct?

Which of the following would provide the EMT with the BEST cover in a situation involving active gunfire?

While providing care to a patient, blood got onto the ambulance stretcher. Because the stretcher was not properly cleaned afterward, a virus was transmitted to another EMT several days later. Which route of transmission does this scenario describe?

You are transporting an elderly woman who has possibly experienced a stroke. You should:

__________ is a response to the anticipation of danger.

Components of the CISM system include:

If you find that you are the target of the patient's anger, make sure that you:

Sexual harassment is defined as:

The quickest source of energy is _________; however, this supply will last less than a day and is consumed in greater quantities during stress.

When acknowledging the death of a child, reactions vary, but ___________ is common.

Proper _______________ is the simplest, yet most effective way to control disease transmission.

The struggle to remain calm in the face of horrible circumstances contributes to the _________________ of the job.

You or your partner may develop ______________ after experiencing a particularly stressful call.

Study Notes

Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure

Scene Safety

Patient Stress Factors

General Adaptation Syndrome

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Sexual Harassment Definitions

Prioritizing Safety

Consequences of Substance Abuse in EMS

Infection Control

Emergency Scene Protocol

Hepatitis Vaccination

Vector-Borne Transmission

Ambulance Decontamination

Stress Management for EMTs

HIV and Contagion

Grieving Process

Active Shooter Situations

Indirect Transmission of Infection

Patient Communication

Anticipation of Danger

Communication with Families

CISM Components

Managing Patients' Anger

Sexual Harassment Overview

Energy Sources

Reactions to Child Death

Disease Transmission Prevention

Emotional Resilience in EMS

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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