EMT FINAL EXAM TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026 NEWEST UPDATE
ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS.
According to the National EMS Scope of Practice Model, an EMT should be able to:
A. interpret a basic (ECG) rhythm and treat accordingly.
B. insert a peripheral IV line and infuse fluids.
C. administer epinephrine via the subcutaneous route.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
Acting in such a way as to make another person fear immediate bodily harm is called:
A. assault.
B. negligence.
C. libel.
D. battery.
A. assault.
An EMT would most likely be held liable for abandonment if he or she:
A. remained at the hospital for 30 minutes to give a patient report.
B. terminated care of a competent adult patient at his or her request.
C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured patient.
D. refused to care for a violent patient who is armed with a knife.
C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured patient.
As an EMT, the performance of your duties will be compared to that of:
A. the medical director.
B. a paramedic supervisor.
C. another EMT.
D. the general public.
C. another EMT.
For a do not resuscitate (DNR) order to be valid, it must:
A. be updated a minimum of every 6 months.
B. be dated within the previous 24 months.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
D. be signed by the local justice of the peace.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for the purpose of consenting to or
refusing medical treatment if the minor:
A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
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B. has a poor relationship with his or her parents.
C. is mentally competent and able to refuse.
D. possesses a valid driver's license.
A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
Age-related changes in the renal system result in:
A. dilation of the blood vessels that supply the nephrons, which allows the kidneys to
maintain their function.
B. a significant increase in filtration, which causes the excretion of large amounts of water
from the body.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a decreased ability to conserve
fluids when needed.
D. the formation of large amounts of urine secondary to an increase in kidney mass of up to
20%.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a decreased ability to conserve fluids
when needed.
An infant or small child's airway can be occluded if it is overextended or overflexed
because:
A. the back of the head is flat, which prevents a neutral position.
B. he or she has a long neck, which makes the trachea prone to collapse.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
D. the tongue is proportionately small and can fall back into the throat.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
At what age does separation anxiety typically peak in infants and small children.
A. 6 to 8 months
B. 10 to 18 months
C. 24 to 36 months
D. 18 to 24 months
B. 10 to 18 months
Breathing is often more difficult in older adults because the:
A surface area of the alveoli increases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
C. diaphragm and intercostal muscles enlarge.
D. overall size of the airway decreases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
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Factors that contribute to a decline in the vital capacity of an elderly patient include all of
the following, except:
A. decreased residual volume
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
C. a loss of respiratory muscle mass.
D. increased stiffness of the thoracic cage.
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
A 29-year-old male with a head injury opens his eyes when you speak to him, is confused as
to the time and date, and is able to move all of his extremities on command. His Glasgow
Coma Scale (GCS) score is:
A. 13.
B. 12.
C. 14.
D. 10.
A. 13.
A blood pressure cuff that is too small for a patient's arm will give a:
A. falsely low systolic but high diastolic reading.
B. falsely high systolic and diastolic reading.
C. falsely low systolic and diastolic reading.
D. falsely high systolic but low diastolic reading.
B. falsely high systolic and diastolic reading.
A patient's short-term memory is MOST likely intact if they correctly answer questions
regarding:
A. time and place.
B. day and event.
C. event and person.
D. person and place.
B. day and event.
A properly sized blood pressure cuff should cover:
A. one third the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
B. the entire upper arm between the armpit and the crease at the elbow.
C. two thirds the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
D. one half the length between the armpit and the crease at the elbow.
C. two thirds the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
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After performing a primary assessment, a rapid exam of the body should be performed to:
A. identify less-obvious injuries that require immediate treatment.
B. determine the need for spinal motion restriction precautions.
C. look specifically for signs and symptoms of inadequate perfusion.
D. find and treat injuries or conditions that do not pose a threat to life.
A. identify less-obvious injuries that require immediate treatment.
A critical incident stress debriefing should be conducted no longer than _______ hours
following the incident.
A. 24
B. six
C. 12
D. 72
D. 72
A positive TB skin test indicates that:
A. you have been exposed to TB.
B. you are actively infected with TB.
C. you have never been exposed to TB
D. the TB disease is currently dormant but might later become active.
A. you have been exposed to TB.
Characteristics of eustress following dispatch to a high-speed motor vehicle collision may
include:
A. the inability to remain focused, because the task at hand is demanding.
B. short term loss of energy due to the high physical demands of the job.
C. increased self-image from performing well under a challenging situation.
D. long-term feelings of being overwhelmed by the nature of the call.
C. increased self-image from performing well under a challenging situation.
General adaptation syndrome is characterized by which of the following phases?
A. Delayed reaction, alarm response, and physical recovery
B. Reaction and resistance, euphoria, and physical exhaustion
C. Immediate reaction, psychological exhaustion, and recovery
D. Alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery
D. Alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery
Hazards that are associated with a structural fire include all of the following, except:
A. carbon dioxide deficiency.
ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS.
According to the National EMS Scope of Practice Model, an EMT should be able to:
A. interpret a basic (ECG) rhythm and treat accordingly.
B. insert a peripheral IV line and infuse fluids.
C. administer epinephrine via the subcutaneous route.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
D. assist a patient with certain prescribed medications.
Acting in such a way as to make another person fear immediate bodily harm is called:
A. assault.
B. negligence.
C. libel.
D. battery.
A. assault.
An EMT would most likely be held liable for abandonment if he or she:
A. remained at the hospital for 30 minutes to give a patient report.
B. terminated care of a competent adult patient at his or her request.
C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured patient.
D. refused to care for a violent patient who is armed with a knife.
C. did not make provisions for continued care of an injured patient.
As an EMT, the performance of your duties will be compared to that of:
A. the medical director.
B. a paramedic supervisor.
C. another EMT.
D. the general public.
C. another EMT.
For a do not resuscitate (DNR) order to be valid, it must:
A. be updated a minimum of every 6 months.
B. be dated within the previous 24 months.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
D. be signed by the local justice of the peace.
C. clearly state the patient's medical problem.
In many states, a minor may be treated as an adult for the purpose of consenting to or
refusing medical treatment if the minor:
A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
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B. has a poor relationship with his or her parents.
C. is mentally competent and able to refuse.
D. possesses a valid driver's license.
A. is self-supporting and lives by him- or herself.
Age-related changes in the renal system result in:
A. dilation of the blood vessels that supply the nephrons, which allows the kidneys to
maintain their function.
B. a significant increase in filtration, which causes the excretion of large amounts of water
from the body.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a decreased ability to conserve
fluids when needed.
D. the formation of large amounts of urine secondary to an increase in kidney mass of up to
20%.
C. a decreased ability to clear wastes from the body and a decreased ability to conserve fluids
when needed.
An infant or small child's airway can be occluded if it is overextended or overflexed
because:
A. the back of the head is flat, which prevents a neutral position.
B. he or she has a long neck, which makes the trachea prone to collapse.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
D. the tongue is proportionately small and can fall back into the throat.
C. the occiput is proportionately large and the trachea is flexible.
At what age does separation anxiety typically peak in infants and small children.
A. 6 to 8 months
B. 10 to 18 months
C. 24 to 36 months
D. 18 to 24 months
B. 10 to 18 months
Breathing is often more difficult in older adults because the:
A surface area of the alveoli increases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
C. diaphragm and intercostal muscles enlarge.
D. overall size of the airway decreases.
B. elasticity of the lungs decreases.
, 3
Factors that contribute to a decline in the vital capacity of an elderly patient include all of
the following, except:
A. decreased residual volume
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
C. a loss of respiratory muscle mass.
D. increased stiffness of the thoracic cage.
B. Increased surface area available for air exchange.
A 29-year-old male with a head injury opens his eyes when you speak to him, is confused as
to the time and date, and is able to move all of his extremities on command. His Glasgow
Coma Scale (GCS) score is:
A. 13.
B. 12.
C. 14.
D. 10.
A. 13.
A blood pressure cuff that is too small for a patient's arm will give a:
A. falsely low systolic but high diastolic reading.
B. falsely high systolic and diastolic reading.
C. falsely low systolic and diastolic reading.
D. falsely high systolic but low diastolic reading.
B. falsely high systolic and diastolic reading.
A patient's short-term memory is MOST likely intact if they correctly answer questions
regarding:
A. time and place.
B. day and event.
C. event and person.
D. person and place.
B. day and event.
A properly sized blood pressure cuff should cover:
A. one third the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
B. the entire upper arm between the armpit and the crease at the elbow.
C. two thirds the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
D. one half the length between the armpit and the crease at the elbow.
C. two thirds the length from the armpit to the crease at the elbow.
, 4
After performing a primary assessment, a rapid exam of the body should be performed to:
A. identify less-obvious injuries that require immediate treatment.
B. determine the need for spinal motion restriction precautions.
C. look specifically for signs and symptoms of inadequate perfusion.
D. find and treat injuries or conditions that do not pose a threat to life.
A. identify less-obvious injuries that require immediate treatment.
A critical incident stress debriefing should be conducted no longer than _______ hours
following the incident.
A. 24
B. six
C. 12
D. 72
D. 72
A positive TB skin test indicates that:
A. you have been exposed to TB.
B. you are actively infected with TB.
C. you have never been exposed to TB
D. the TB disease is currently dormant but might later become active.
A. you have been exposed to TB.
Characteristics of eustress following dispatch to a high-speed motor vehicle collision may
include:
A. the inability to remain focused, because the task at hand is demanding.
B. short term loss of energy due to the high physical demands of the job.
C. increased self-image from performing well under a challenging situation.
D. long-term feelings of being overwhelmed by the nature of the call.
C. increased self-image from performing well under a challenging situation.
General adaptation syndrome is characterized by which of the following phases?
A. Delayed reaction, alarm response, and physical recovery
B. Reaction and resistance, euphoria, and physical exhaustion
C. Immediate reaction, psychological exhaustion, and recovery
D. Alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery
D. Alarm response, reaction and resistance, and recovery
Hazards that are associated with a structural fire include all of the following, except:
A. carbon dioxide deficiency.
