West Coast EMT Block 1 Exam Questions and
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What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment
If blood or body fluid is present and is subject to "splashing", what type of PPE should you wear?
Gloves, a standard surgical mask, eye protection, and gown
If large amounts of body fluids are present, what should you do?
Wear a gown and double gloves
What are three things that you should always do to protect yourself from disease transmission?
Wear vinyl or letex gloves, assume every patient is potentially infected, and wash your hands after
each patient interaction
When should you apply your PPE's?
En route to a call
What form of protection is most likely to stop the spread of disease?
Hand washing
What should you do with sharp objects such as needles when in need of disposing?
Place in a "sharps" container
The spread of pathogen through an inanimate object
Indirect contact
What is a communicable disease?
A contagious disease
What is the name of the medical condition caused by the growth and spread of small, harmful
organisms within the body?
Infectious disease
The transmission of an organism from person to person through touch.
Direct Contact
Microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans
Bloodborne Pathogens
The spread of infectious agents through mechanisms such as droplets or dust
Airborne Transmission
, The contamination of food or water with an organism that can cause disease
Foodborne Transmission
The spread of infection by animals or insects that carry an organism from one person or place to
another.
Vector-borne Transmission
What are the five stages of the grieving process?
Denial, Anger/Hostility, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance
What stage of the grieving process is identified by internalized anger, hopelessness, and the desire to
die?
Depression
The stage of the grieving process that involves refusal to accept diagnosis or care is known as
Denial
The stage of the grieving process where an attempt is made to secure a prize for good behavior or
promise to change one's lifestyle is known as
Bargaining
The stage of grieving where the person is ready to die is known as
Acceptance
What is the name of the team of psychological professionals that work with EMS professionals to
work out stressful events?
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
From the age of 1 to the age of 40, what is the leading cause of death?
Trauma
What organization created the guidelines of EMS training?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
As an EMT, what is your number one priority?
Personal Safety
Who develops the guidelines concerning pathogen transmission prevention in the workplace?
OSHA
What is the goal of standard precautions?
To interrupt the transmission of germs
What is a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) system designed to do?
Answers Latest
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment
If blood or body fluid is present and is subject to "splashing", what type of PPE should you wear?
Gloves, a standard surgical mask, eye protection, and gown
If large amounts of body fluids are present, what should you do?
Wear a gown and double gloves
What are three things that you should always do to protect yourself from disease transmission?
Wear vinyl or letex gloves, assume every patient is potentially infected, and wash your hands after
each patient interaction
When should you apply your PPE's?
En route to a call
What form of protection is most likely to stop the spread of disease?
Hand washing
What should you do with sharp objects such as needles when in need of disposing?
Place in a "sharps" container
The spread of pathogen through an inanimate object
Indirect contact
What is a communicable disease?
A contagious disease
What is the name of the medical condition caused by the growth and spread of small, harmful
organisms within the body?
Infectious disease
The transmission of an organism from person to person through touch.
Direct Contact
Microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans
Bloodborne Pathogens
The spread of infectious agents through mechanisms such as droplets or dust
Airborne Transmission
, The contamination of food or water with an organism that can cause disease
Foodborne Transmission
The spread of infection by animals or insects that carry an organism from one person or place to
another.
Vector-borne Transmission
What are the five stages of the grieving process?
Denial, Anger/Hostility, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance
What stage of the grieving process is identified by internalized anger, hopelessness, and the desire to
die?
Depression
The stage of the grieving process that involves refusal to accept diagnosis or care is known as
Denial
The stage of the grieving process where an attempt is made to secure a prize for good behavior or
promise to change one's lifestyle is known as
Bargaining
The stage of grieving where the person is ready to die is known as
Acceptance
What is the name of the team of psychological professionals that work with EMS professionals to
work out stressful events?
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
From the age of 1 to the age of 40, what is the leading cause of death?
Trauma
What organization created the guidelines of EMS training?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
As an EMT, what is your number one priority?
Personal Safety
Who develops the guidelines concerning pathogen transmission prevention in the workplace?
OSHA
What is the goal of standard precautions?
To interrupt the transmission of germs
What is a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) system designed to do?
