Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Which of the following best describes the concept of due
regard? -
correct answer ✅The higher standard of safety that guides the
operation of emergency vehicles
Which of the following describes a system that uses a number of
agencies, responder levels, and delivery vehicles? -
correct answer ✅A tiered system
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the use of lights and
sirens during ambulance operations? -
correct answer ✅It poses significant risks to you, the patient, and
other drivers.
Which of the following best describes a type III ambulance? -
correct answer ✅Specialty van, forward control integral cab-body
ambulance
At the scene of a potential hazmat incident, where should the
ambulance be parked? -
correct answer ✅Uphill and upwind
,Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Most collisions involving ambulances occur: -
correct answer ✅at intersections
Which of the following documents details the regulations regarding
ambulance design? -
correct answer ✅DOT KKK 1822E specs
Some EMS agencies use a system for ambulance deployment that
involves placing ambulances in strategic locations to best meet the
demands of call volume and ensure response times. This system is
called: -
correct answer ✅system status management.
Which government agency is responsible for creating guidelines
that mandate the use of disinfecting agents, sharps containers, red
bags, HEPA masks, and personal protective equipment? -
correct answer ✅OSHA
You are the first on scene at a vehicle accident on a busy highway.
You should: -
correct answer ✅park the ambulance on the far side of the
accident, leaving emergency lights on.
,Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Ambulances are required to carry certain medications and supplies
in order to provide a minimum standard of care. This equipment is
referred to as: -
correct answer ✅essential equipment.
You are driving with lights and siren to an emergency call. As you
approach a busy intersection, you see that the light is red and there
are cars stopped in all lanes of traffic. You should: -
correct answer ✅sound the horn as you approach, wait for the
light to turn, and then proceed with lights and siren.
The Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS)
provides which of the following? -
correct answer ✅Voluntary guidelines for ambulance equipment
and supplies
How often should a thorough check of equipment on the
ambulance be made? -
correct answer ✅Beginning of every shift
Which of the following tasks would NOT typically be included in a
daily vehicle/equipment checklist? -
correct answer ✅Washing the ambulance
, Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
You are leaving the scene of a medical call and realize that a civilian
has parked in front of you, blocking your egress. Which of the
following is an appropriate response? -
correct answer ✅Using a spotter, back up the ambulance until you
are able to safely exit the area
Which of the following was identified by data from New York State
as the most common type of crash involving an ambulance? -
correct answer ✅Lateral impact at a controlled intersection with
no weather issues
Which of the following best describes "peak load"? -
correct answer ✅The highest volume of calls at a given time
An air medical transport crew has just arrived at the scene where
you are providing care for a patient with a suspected AMI. You
should: -
correct answer ✅wait for the flight crew to make contact with you
and give them a report
Which piece of legislation authorized the U.S. military to use
simultaneous helicopter evacuation and medical care to augment
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Which of the following best describes the concept of due
regard? -
correct answer ✅The higher standard of safety that guides the
operation of emergency vehicles
Which of the following describes a system that uses a number of
agencies, responder levels, and delivery vehicles? -
correct answer ✅A tiered system
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the use of lights and
sirens during ambulance operations? -
correct answer ✅It poses significant risks to you, the patient, and
other drivers.
Which of the following best describes a type III ambulance? -
correct answer ✅Specialty van, forward control integral cab-body
ambulance
At the scene of a potential hazmat incident, where should the
ambulance be parked? -
correct answer ✅Uphill and upwind
,Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Most collisions involving ambulances occur: -
correct answer ✅at intersections
Which of the following documents details the regulations regarding
ambulance design? -
correct answer ✅DOT KKK 1822E specs
Some EMS agencies use a system for ambulance deployment that
involves placing ambulances in strategic locations to best meet the
demands of call volume and ensure response times. This system is
called: -
correct answer ✅system status management.
Which government agency is responsible for creating guidelines
that mandate the use of disinfecting agents, sharps containers, red
bags, HEPA masks, and personal protective equipment? -
correct answer ✅OSHA
You are the first on scene at a vehicle accident on a busy highway.
You should: -
correct answer ✅park the ambulance on the far side of the
accident, leaving emergency lights on.
,Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
Ambulances are required to carry certain medications and supplies
in order to provide a minimum standard of care. This equipment is
referred to as: -
correct answer ✅essential equipment.
You are driving with lights and siren to an emergency call. As you
approach a busy intersection, you see that the light is red and there
are cars stopped in all lanes of traffic. You should: -
correct answer ✅sound the horn as you approach, wait for the
light to turn, and then proceed with lights and siren.
The Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS)
provides which of the following? -
correct answer ✅Voluntary guidelines for ambulance equipment
and supplies
How often should a thorough check of equipment on the
ambulance be made? -
correct answer ✅Beginning of every shift
Which of the following tasks would NOT typically be included in a
daily vehicle/equipment checklist? -
correct answer ✅Washing the ambulance
, Paramedic Operations Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
You are leaving the scene of a medical call and realize that a civilian
has parked in front of you, blocking your egress. Which of the
following is an appropriate response? -
correct answer ✅Using a spotter, back up the ambulance until you
are able to safely exit the area
Which of the following was identified by data from New York State
as the most common type of crash involving an ambulance? -
correct answer ✅Lateral impact at a controlled intersection with
no weather issues
Which of the following best describes "peak load"? -
correct answer ✅The highest volume of calls at a given time
An air medical transport crew has just arrived at the scene where
you are providing care for a patient with a suspected AMI. You
should: -
correct answer ✅wait for the flight crew to make contact with you
and give them a report
Which piece of legislation authorized the U.S. military to use
simultaneous helicopter evacuation and medical care to augment
