EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A helicopter landing zone should be:
A.marked with a strobe light at the front and rear of the proposed
site.
B.at least a quarter of a mile from the ambulance to avoid injury
from flying debris.
C.50 feet by 50 feet in size and in an area that is at least 50 feet
from the ambulance.
D.100 feet by 100 feet in size and on a surface that is firm, level,
and free of debris. -
correct answer ✅D.100 feet by 100 feet in size and on a surface
that is firm, level, and free of debris
In which of the following situations should a helicopter generally
NOT be utilized?
A.Motor vehicle crash involving a patient whose extrication will
take 45 minutes
B.A patient in cardiopulmonary arrest who has been unresponsive
to defibrillation
C.Suspected internal hemorrhage in a hypotensive patient who
lives in a rural area
,EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
D.Spinal injury in which the terrain over which the patient must be
carried is rough -
correct answer ✅B.A patient in cardiopulmonary arrest who has
been unresponsive to defibrillation
With respect to emergency driving, due regard means that:
A.an ambulance must never exceed the posted speed limit, even if
it is responding to a call for a critical patient.
B.the emergency vehicle operator can legally exceed the posted
speed limit by 20 miles per hour, but only if it is safe to do so.
C.the use of lights and siren does not exempt you from operating
the ambulance with concern for the safety of others.
D.an ambulance must use its lights and siren and remain at least
100 feet behind a vehicle that is failing to yield. -
correct answer ✅C.the use of lights and siren does not exempt you
from operating the ambulance with concern for the safety of
others.
After a helicopter lands and continues to keep its rotor blades
active, you should:
,EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A.not approach the aircraft until the pilot or a crew member signals
you to do so.
B.post a firefighter near the tail rotor to keep bystanders away.
C.approach the aircraft from the front and keep the pilot in view at
all times.
D.slowly approach the left side of the aircraft while keeping your
head down. -
correct answer ✅A.not approach the aircraft until the pilot or a
crew member signals you to do so.
General principles for backing up an ambulance include:
A.keeping the window up to avoid any distractions.
B.using one spotter for each side of the ambulance.
C.stopping the vehicle if you lose sight of your spotter.
D.not using audible warning devices so you can hear. -
correct answer ✅C.stopping the vehicle if you lose sight of your
spotter.
You are driving in the right-hand lane while transporting a patient
to the hospital in nonemergency mode. In your side view mirror,
you notice that a small truck is tailgating you. What should you do?
, EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A.Increase your speed to increase the distance between you and
the tailgating truck.
B.Gently tap your brakes to alert the driver that he or she is
following too close behind you.
C.Maintain your current speed and advise the dispatcher to contact
the police.
D.Turn on your emergency lights, move to the left lane, and allow
the truck to pass. -
correct answer ✅C.Maintain your current speed and advise the
dispatcher to contact the police.
What entity is responsible for making recommendations regarding
infection control practices that include all areas of personal
protective equipment, sharps containers, and disinfecting
equipment that is carried on an emergency vehicle?
A.Occupational Safety and Health Administration
B.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
C.United States Department of Transportation
D.National Highway Traffic Safety Administration -
correct answer ✅A.Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A helicopter landing zone should be:
A.marked with a strobe light at the front and rear of the proposed
site.
B.at least a quarter of a mile from the ambulance to avoid injury
from flying debris.
C.50 feet by 50 feet in size and in an area that is at least 50 feet
from the ambulance.
D.100 feet by 100 feet in size and on a surface that is firm, level,
and free of debris. -
correct answer ✅D.100 feet by 100 feet in size and on a surface
that is firm, level, and free of debris
In which of the following situations should a helicopter generally
NOT be utilized?
A.Motor vehicle crash involving a patient whose extrication will
take 45 minutes
B.A patient in cardiopulmonary arrest who has been unresponsive
to defibrillation
C.Suspected internal hemorrhage in a hypotensive patient who
lives in a rural area
,EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
D.Spinal injury in which the terrain over which the patient must be
carried is rough -
correct answer ✅B.A patient in cardiopulmonary arrest who has
been unresponsive to defibrillation
With respect to emergency driving, due regard means that:
A.an ambulance must never exceed the posted speed limit, even if
it is responding to a call for a critical patient.
B.the emergency vehicle operator can legally exceed the posted
speed limit by 20 miles per hour, but only if it is safe to do so.
C.the use of lights and siren does not exempt you from operating
the ambulance with concern for the safety of others.
D.an ambulance must use its lights and siren and remain at least
100 feet behind a vehicle that is failing to yield. -
correct answer ✅C.the use of lights and siren does not exempt you
from operating the ambulance with concern for the safety of
others.
After a helicopter lands and continues to keep its rotor blades
active, you should:
,EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A.not approach the aircraft until the pilot or a crew member signals
you to do so.
B.post a firefighter near the tail rotor to keep bystanders away.
C.approach the aircraft from the front and keep the pilot in view at
all times.
D.slowly approach the left side of the aircraft while keeping your
head down. -
correct answer ✅A.not approach the aircraft until the pilot or a
crew member signals you to do so.
General principles for backing up an ambulance include:
A.keeping the window up to avoid any distractions.
B.using one spotter for each side of the ambulance.
C.stopping the vehicle if you lose sight of your spotter.
D.not using audible warning devices so you can hear. -
correct answer ✅C.stopping the vehicle if you lose sight of your
spotter.
You are driving in the right-hand lane while transporting a patient
to the hospital in nonemergency mode. In your side view mirror,
you notice that a small truck is tailgating you. What should you do?
, EMS Operations (Paramedic) Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
A.Increase your speed to increase the distance between you and
the tailgating truck.
B.Gently tap your brakes to alert the driver that he or she is
following too close behind you.
C.Maintain your current speed and advise the dispatcher to contact
the police.
D.Turn on your emergency lights, move to the left lane, and allow
the truck to pass. -
correct answer ✅C.Maintain your current speed and advise the
dispatcher to contact the police.
What entity is responsible for making recommendations regarding
infection control practices that include all areas of personal
protective equipment, sharps containers, and disinfecting
equipment that is carried on an emergency vehicle?
A.Occupational Safety and Health Administration
B.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
C.United States Department of Transportation
D.National Highway Traffic Safety Administration -
correct answer ✅A.Occupational Safety and Health Administration
