EMT Scope of Practice: BLS Training and Patient Care
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What is the primary responsibility of an EMT when arriving on the scene?

  • To assume responsibility for the assessment and care of the patient (correct)
  • To notify the hospital of the patient's condition
  • To assist other responders with patient care
  • To secure the scene for emergency responders

    • What is considered Protected Health Information (PHI) by HIPAA?

  • Patient information shared with emergency responders
  • Any information obtained during medical treatment (correct)
  • Only patient information disclosed in public
  • Information about a patient's medical history

    • When is an EMT not legally obligated to act in an emergency?

  • When observing an accident happen while off duty (correct)
  • When responding to a call
  • When on duty
  • When the patient refuses care

    • What is the purpose of the Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA)?

    <p>To keep the tongue back from blocking the upper airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of loading oxygen molecules onto hemoglobin molecules in the bloodstream?

    <p>Oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lower airway comprised of?

    <p>Trachea, Carina, Bronchilolis, Bronchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by damage to the spinal cord, resulting in loss of control to the musculature and vessels below the injury site?

    <p>Neurogenic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the collection of fluid between the pericardial sac and the myocardium?

    <p>Pericardial effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is caused by a severe allergic reaction, such as from stings, injections, or ingestion?

    <p>Anaphylactic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the early stage of shock when the body can compensate for blood loss, characterized by high HR, high RR, and high BP?

    <p>Compensated shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is caused by an inadequate amount of fluid in the circulatory system, and can be further classified into hemorrhagic and non-hemorrhagic?

    <p>Hypovolemic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid between cells in body tissue, which can occur in cardiogenic shock?

    <p>Edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of epinephrine for pediatric patients suffering from anaphylactic shock?

    <p>0.15mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal respiratory rate for an infant?

    <p>30-60 breaths/min</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of naloxone?

    <p>Opioid poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of aspirin for adults?

    <p>162-324mg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of albuterol?

    <p>Bronchodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal blood pressure range for an adult?

    <p>120/90 mmHg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of oxygen?

    <p>Hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of activated charcoal for treatment of poisoning?

    <p>1-2g/kg of body weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of diphenhydramine?

    <p>Antihistamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal capillary refill time?

    <p>2 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of oral glucose?

    <p>Low blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal blood pressure range for an adolescent?

    <p>131/110 mmHg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of epinephrine?

    <p>Stimulates nervous system causing bronchodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage of acetaminophen for pediatric patients?

    <p>Based on weight of the child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of nitroglycerin?

    <p>Chest pain of cardiac origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal respiratory rate for a preschooler?

    <p>22-34 breaths/min</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of aspirin?

    <p>Anti-inflammatory agent and anti-fever agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of albuterol?

    <p>Asthma or difficulty breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal capillary refill time?

    <p>2 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administration of naloxone?

    <p>Opioid poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of tissue death in impaired perfusion?

    <p>Lack of oxygen supply to the tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by widespread dilation of small arterioles and venules?

    <p>Distributive shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the late stage of shock when blood pressure is falling and mental status is declining?

    <p>Decompensated shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of septic shock?

    <p>Severe infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by a sudden reaction of the nervous system, resulting in temporary vasodilation?

    <p>Psychogenic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the collection of fluid between the pericardial sac and the myocardium?

    <p>Pericardial effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by an obstruction that prevents adequate blood flow?

    <p>Obstructive shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of cardiac tamponade?

    <p>Pericardial effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shock is characterized by a severe allergic reaction, such as from stings or injections?

    <p>Anaphylactic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the condition in which there is an inadequate amount of fluid in the circulatory system, leading to inadequate perfusion?

    <p>Hypovolemic shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of an EMT when arriving on scene?

    <p>Assuming responsibility for the assessment and care of the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Upper Airway?

    <p>To facilitate ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duty of an EMT in relation to Protected Health Information (PHI)?

    <p>To guard PHI from unlawful disclosure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of an EMT based on function?

    <p>To assist in any emergency situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Lower Airway comprised of?

    <p>Trachea, Carina, Bronchi, and Bronchioles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA)?

    <p>To keep the tongue from blocking the upper airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of an EMT when responding to an emergency call?

    <p>To take charge of the patient's care and assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between ventilation and oxygenation?

    <p>Ventilation is the physical act of moving air into and out of the lungs, while oxygenation is the process of loading oxygen molecules onto hemoglobin molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between HIPAA and Protected Health Information (PHI)?

    <p>HIPAA is a law that considers all patient information obtained during medical treatment to be Protected Health Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of an EMT in relation to patient care?

    <p>To assume responsibility for the assessment and care of the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

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