EMT-JBL Mid Term Exam Questions and Verified Answers 2025
Terms in this set (401)
Puncture-proof leather gloves Best to wear when treating a patient trapped in a vehicle and covered
with broken glass.
Assist a patient with certain An EMT should be able to do this according to the National EMS Scope of
prescribed medications Practice Model.
High-efficiency particulate air Should be applied on yourself when transporting a patient with a positive
(HEPA) respirator tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Non-rebreathing mask Should be applied on the patient with respiratory distress who has a
positive TB skin test.
Oral glucose administration error If given to a patient with high blood glucose and her condition did not
change, you should contact medical control and notify them of the error.
Official transfer of patient care Does not occur until the EMT gives an oral report to the emergency room
physician or nurse.
Compliance-monitoring Should address issues such as medical waste collection, storage, and
component of an infection ambulance disinfection.
control plan
Cumulative stress signs and May not be obvious or present all the time.
symptoms
Origins of EMS as we know it Had its origins in 1966 with the publication of Accidental Death and
today Disability: The neglected Disease of Modern Society.
Action when unable to contact Follow locally established protocols or standing orders.
medical control during
resuscitation
Patient behavior consistent with Verbal abuse directed at the health care system for causing his disease.
anger
Importance of discussing Family or friends may not understand the stress associated with EMS.
stressful issues for EMTs
Isolation from the rest of the Indicates that your partner is experiencing significant stress.
crew
, Attempted Suicide A situation that requires you to notify the appropriate authorities.
Consent to treat A mentally competent adult can withdraw his or her consent to treat at
any time.
Closed head injury Condition of a patient who has slurred speech and becomes verbally
abusive.
Body heat preservation in cold The MOST effective way is to wear at least three layers of clothing.
weather
Cumulative stress reaction Occurs when an EMT is exposed to many insignificant stressors over a
period of several months or years.
Proximal In relation to the wrist, the elbow is proximal.
Hepatitis B vaccine program Addresses all issues EXCEPT family history of hepatitis.
Inappropriate touching You should tell your partner to stop and report the incident to your
supervisor.
Scanner Type of communications equipment that functions as a radio receiver and
searches across several frequencies.
Federal Communications Does NOT maintain communications equipment on the ambulance.
Commission (FCC)
Duties performance comparison As an EMT, your performance will be compared to that of another EMT.
Administration of ALS Involves a 48-year old patient whose airway is secured with a supraglottic
device.
two-rescuer CPR A method of performing CPR with two rescuers working together to
provide chest compressions and rescue breaths.
coining A traditional Asian healing practice in which hot coins are rubbed on the
back to create red marks.
lightning safety position Crouching down so that only your feet are touching the ground to
minimize the risk of being struck by lightning.
bleeding control using a A skill that a layperson is most likely trained to perform before the arrival
tourniquet of EMS to control severe bleeding.
OSHA regulations Regulations that require employers to offer a workplace environment that
reduces the risk of exposure to hazards.
expressed consent The type of consent given when a patient agrees to treatment after being
informed of the procedure.
negligence Deviation from the standard of care that may result in further injury to a
patient.
CDC immunization The recommendation to receive a tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis booster
recommendations every 10 years.
critical incident stress debriefing A process that should be conducted no more than 72 hours following a
critical incident.
prescription glasses Eyewear that does not provide adequate eye protection because they
offer little or no side protection.
positive TB skin test An indication that a person has been exposed to tuberculosis (TB).
DNR order A valid do not resuscitate order presented when caring for a patient with
terminal conditions.
emotional support Providing comfort and reassurance to a patient, especially in critical
situations.
Terms in this set (401)
Puncture-proof leather gloves Best to wear when treating a patient trapped in a vehicle and covered
with broken glass.
Assist a patient with certain An EMT should be able to do this according to the National EMS Scope of
prescribed medications Practice Model.
High-efficiency particulate air Should be applied on yourself when transporting a patient with a positive
(HEPA) respirator tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Non-rebreathing mask Should be applied on the patient with respiratory distress who has a
positive TB skin test.
Oral glucose administration error If given to a patient with high blood glucose and her condition did not
change, you should contact medical control and notify them of the error.
Official transfer of patient care Does not occur until the EMT gives an oral report to the emergency room
physician or nurse.
Compliance-monitoring Should address issues such as medical waste collection, storage, and
component of an infection ambulance disinfection.
control plan
Cumulative stress signs and May not be obvious or present all the time.
symptoms
Origins of EMS as we know it Had its origins in 1966 with the publication of Accidental Death and
today Disability: The neglected Disease of Modern Society.
Action when unable to contact Follow locally established protocols or standing orders.
medical control during
resuscitation
Patient behavior consistent with Verbal abuse directed at the health care system for causing his disease.
anger
Importance of discussing Family or friends may not understand the stress associated with EMS.
stressful issues for EMTs
Isolation from the rest of the Indicates that your partner is experiencing significant stress.
crew
, Attempted Suicide A situation that requires you to notify the appropriate authorities.
Consent to treat A mentally competent adult can withdraw his or her consent to treat at
any time.
Closed head injury Condition of a patient who has slurred speech and becomes verbally
abusive.
Body heat preservation in cold The MOST effective way is to wear at least three layers of clothing.
weather
Cumulative stress reaction Occurs when an EMT is exposed to many insignificant stressors over a
period of several months or years.
Proximal In relation to the wrist, the elbow is proximal.
Hepatitis B vaccine program Addresses all issues EXCEPT family history of hepatitis.
Inappropriate touching You should tell your partner to stop and report the incident to your
supervisor.
Scanner Type of communications equipment that functions as a radio receiver and
searches across several frequencies.
Federal Communications Does NOT maintain communications equipment on the ambulance.
Commission (FCC)
Duties performance comparison As an EMT, your performance will be compared to that of another EMT.
Administration of ALS Involves a 48-year old patient whose airway is secured with a supraglottic
device.
two-rescuer CPR A method of performing CPR with two rescuers working together to
provide chest compressions and rescue breaths.
coining A traditional Asian healing practice in which hot coins are rubbed on the
back to create red marks.
lightning safety position Crouching down so that only your feet are touching the ground to
minimize the risk of being struck by lightning.
bleeding control using a A skill that a layperson is most likely trained to perform before the arrival
tourniquet of EMS to control severe bleeding.
OSHA regulations Regulations that require employers to offer a workplace environment that
reduces the risk of exposure to hazards.
expressed consent The type of consent given when a patient agrees to treatment after being
informed of the procedure.
negligence Deviation from the standard of care that may result in further injury to a
patient.
CDC immunization The recommendation to receive a tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis booster
recommendations every 10 years.
critical incident stress debriefing A process that should be conducted no more than 72 hours following a
critical incident.
prescription glasses Eyewear that does not provide adequate eye protection because they
offer little or no side protection.
positive TB skin test An indication that a person has been exposed to tuberculosis (TB).
DNR order A valid do not resuscitate order presented when caring for a patient with
terminal conditions.
emotional support Providing comfort and reassurance to a patient, especially in critical
situations.
