Chapter 1

Question 1

What does EMS stand for?

Answer 1

Emergency Medical Services

Question 2

True or False: EMS is only responsible for transportation of patients.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The primary goal of EMS is to provide _____ care to patients in emergencies.

Answer 3

pre-hospital

Question 4

What are the three main components of the EMS system?

Answer 4

Emergency response, emergency medical services, and hospital care

Question 5

Which level of EMS personnel is typically trained to provide advanced life support?

Answer 5

Paramedics

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a role of EMS? A) Pre-hospital care B) Transporting patients C) Performing surgeries D) Communication with hospitals

Answer 6

C) Performing surgeries

Question 7

What is the purpose of the 911 system in the EMS context?

Answer 7

To provide a quick and efficient way for the public to request emergency assistance

Question 8

True or False: EMS personnel are trained to handle a variety of emergencies, including medical, trauma, and environmental incidents.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What does the term ‘triage’ mean in EMS?

Answer 9

The process of prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition

Question 10

Fill in the blank: EMS systems are designed to operate under a _____ model to ensure efficient resource allocation.

Answer 10

regionalized

Question 11

What is the role of an EMT?

Answer 11

To provide basic emergency medical care and transportation

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common EMS response vehicle? A) Fire Truck B) Ambulance C) Police Car D) All of the above

Answer 12

D) All of the above

Question 13

What is the significance of the ‘Golden Hour’ in EMS?

Answer 13

It refers to the critical time period after a traumatic injury when prompt medical treatment is essential for survival.

Question 14

True or False: EMS operates solely at the local level and does not involve federal or state regulations.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is a Medical Director in an EMS system?

Answer 15

A physician responsible for overseeing the medical aspects of the EMS system.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: EMS systems must comply with _____ regulations to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Answer 16

state and federal

Question 17

What is the purpose of continuing education for EMS personnel?

Answer 17

To keep skills current and ensure adherence to the latest medical protocols.

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes ‘dispatch’ in the EMS system? A) The process of sending emergency responders to an incident B) The act of providing medical care C) The management of hospital resources D) Training of EMS personnel

Answer 18

A) The process of sending emergency responders to an incident

Question 19

What does the acronym ‘BLS’ stand for in EMS?

Answer 19

Basic Life Support

Question 20

True or False: EMS systems can only operate in urban areas.

Answer 20

False

Question 21

What is the primary difference between BLS and ALS in EMS?

Answer 21

BLS involves basic medical care, while ALS includes advanced procedures and medications.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the first link in the chain of survival in EMS.

Answer 22

public

Question 23

What is the role of a first responder in an EMS situation?

Answer 23

To provide immediate care and assess the situation before EMS arrives.

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common challenge faced by EMS systems? A) Limited funding B) Increased call volume C) Staffing shortages D) All of the above

Answer 24

D) All of the above

Question 25

What does the term 'patient transport' refer to in EMS?

Answer 25

The process of moving a patient from the scene of an emergency to a medical facility.

Question 26

True or False: EMS systems are only activated for life-threatening emergencies.

Answer 26

False