SNHD EMT Protocol Exam Study Guide Latest Updated Questions and Answers

SNHD EMT Protocol Exam Study Guide Latest Updated Questions and Answers Patient - CORRECT ANSWER-A person who has a complaint or mechanism suggestive of potential illness or injury; A person who has obvious evidence of illness or injury; A person identified by an informed 2nd or 3rd party caller as requiring evaluation for potential illness or injury Pediatric Patient - CORRECT ANSWER-For patients 18 years old, use the Pediatric Patient Destination protocol. Patients under 12 years of age Pediatric treatment protocols are to be used on children who have not yet experienced puberty. Signs of puberty include chest or underarm hair on males, and any breast development in females. Waiting room criteria and vital signs - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Normal vital signs A. Heart rate 60 - 100 B. Respiratory rate 10 - 20 C. Systolic BP 100 - 180 D. Diastolic BP 60 - 110 E. Room air pulse oximetry 94% F. Alert and oriented x 4 2. Did not receive any parenteral medications during EMS transport except a single dose of analgesia and/or an antiemetic. 3. In the judgment of the Paramedic, does not require continuous cardiac monitoring. Note: Any ECG monitoring initiated by a transferring facility may not be discontinued by EMS personnel. 4. Can maintain a sitting position without adverse impact on their medical condition. 5. Is left with a verbal report to hospital personnel.