Question 1

Close attention to detail during patient care reflects which of the following professional attributes?

Accepted Answer

Close attention to detail during patient care reflects the attribute of careful delivery of service, which involves being meticulous and thorough in performing tasks and providing quality care to patients. Self-motivation, patient advocacy, and empathy are also important attributes of healthcare professionals, but they do not specifically relate to paying close attention to detail during patient care.

Question 2

When en route to a call, one of the paramedic's chief responsibilities is:

Accepted Answer

While all of these options are important, the paramedic's responsibility to anticipate scene risks and needs based on dispatch information can help ensure the safety of the patient and the crew. This includes identifying potential hazards, preparing necessary equipment, and requesting additional resources if needed.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT part of a paramedic's administrative duties?

Accepted Answer

Promoting community health is typically not considered an administrative duty for paramedics, as it involves outreach and education rather than administrative tasks like recordkeeping or station duties.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an example of the paramedic's responsibility for community involvement?

Accepted Answer

Allowing citizens to vote on EMS protocols is not within the paramedic's responsibility for community involvement. This decision-making process is typically left to medical directors and other EMS leadership roles. The other options (teaching BLS classes, conducting risk surveys, and helping the public recognize emergencies) are all ways in which paramedics can engage with their community and promote public health.

Question 5

The paramedic is responsible for determining the mechanism of injury or nature of the illness when carrying out which of the primary responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Maintaining paramedic certification through seeking and reporting continuing education is the responsibility of the:

Accepted Answer

The responsibility of maintaining paramedic certification through seeking and reporting continuing education falls on the individual paramedic, as it is their personal obligation to stay current and maintain their skills and knowledge. While the state EMS office, EMS system, and training officer may all play a role in facilitating and providing opportunities for continuing education, it ultimately falls on the paramedic to actively pursue and report their own educational activities.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of how paramedics support primary care when carrying out their out-of-hospital functions?

Accepted Answer

Paramedics can support primary care by determining if a patient can be treated on the scene and released or if they need to be transported to an emergency department. This helps prevent unnecessary emergency department visits and allows for appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of professional development?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are examples of professional development. Participating in mentoring activities can provide guidance and skills development, reading professional publications can keep individuals up-to-date on industry trends and best practices, and attending refresher and continuing education classes can provide additional knowledge and qualifications.

Question 9

Which of the following professional characteristics is required for patients to trust paramedics to be in their homes and have access to their property and personal information?

Accepted Answer

Integrity is essential for patients to trust paramedics with access to their homes, property, and personal information. This includes demonstrating honesty, ethical behavior, and keeping the patient's best interests in mind. While patient advocacy, empathy, and leadership are also important characteristics for paramedics, they may not necessarily directly impact a patient's trust in allowing them access to their personal spaces and information.

Question 10

During the return to service, one of the paramedic's chief responsibilities is:

Accepted Answer

Decontaminating the ambulance is a critical responsibility for paramedics returning to service to ensure the safety and health of future patients and the paramedic team by preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the paramedic's primary responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

While patient follow-up may be part of a paramedic's duties, it is not typically considered one of their primary responsibilities. The primary responsibilities of a paramedic are response, medical treatment, and returning to service after a call.

Question 12

Your patient is a 24-year-old man with a severe closed head injury. He is unresponsive, and his vital signs are unstable. Which of the following is the appropriate receiving facility for this patient?

Accepted Answer

A Level I trauma center is the appropriate receiving facility for a patient with severe closed head injury who is unresponsive and has unstable vital signs. These centers have the resources and expertise to provide comprehensive care for the most critically injured patients.

Question 13

Defending patients, protecting them, and, in general, acting in their best interests are all examples of:

Accepted Answer

Patient advocacy involves defending and protecting patients while acting in their best interests, often through communication with healthcare providers and other stakeholders. Leadership and integrity are important qualities for healthcare professionals, but do not necessarily involve patient advocacy. Empathy is important for understanding patients' perspectives, but it does not necessarily involve advocating for them in a broader sense.

Question 14

Which of the following is one of the paramedic's primary responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

Patient disposition, or determining the appropriate level of care and transportation for the patient, is one of the primary responsibilities of a paramedic. Accident reconstruction and crowd control are typically handled by law enforcement officials, and public relations is not a primary responsibility of the paramedic.

Question 15

Which of the following professional characteristics is displayed in a paramedic's self-confidence, inner strength, ability to communicate, and willingness to make a decision?

Accepted Answer

These traits are all related to a paramedic's ability to demonstrate leadership, particularly in high-pressure or critical situations. Self-confidence and inner strength allow them to remain calm and focused, while effective communication and decision-making skills enable them to guide their team and make the best possible decisions for their patients.

Question 16

Knowing ________ is NOT part of the paramedic's responsibility prior to an EMS call.

Accepted Answer

Knowing the nature of illness is not part of the paramedic's responsibility prior to an EMS call because they are dispatched based on the information provided by the caller, and the exact nature of the illness or injury is often determined on scene.

Question 17

Consoling and offering emotional support to a person who has just seen a loved one die is an example of the professional attribute of:

Accepted Answer

Consoling and offering emotional support requires empathy, or the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Patient advocacy, leadership, and integrity may also be important professional attributes, but are not specifically indicated in this scenario.

Question 18

The paramedic who routinely fails to complete duties and paperwork in a timely manner is most likely lacking which of the following professional attributes?

Accepted Answer

Self-motivation is the attribute that drives individuals to complete tasks and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner. Failure to do so may indicate a lack of self-motivation. The other choices are not directly related to completing duties and paperwork.

Question 19

Respecting the opinions offered by peers on a call is an example of which professional characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Diplomacy involves being tactful and respectful when communicating with others, especially when dealing with different perspectives or opinions. Respecting the opinions offered by peers on a call demonstrates diplomacy in action. Advocacy involves representing and supporting a particular cause or idea, leadership involves guiding and directing others towards achieving a common goal, and communication involves effectively conveying information and ideas to others. While all of these characteristics are important in a professional setting, they do not apply specifically to respecting the opinions of peers on a call.

Question 20

The EMT Code of Ethics was established by which of the following groups?

Accepted Answer

The EMT Code of Ethics was established by the National Association of EMTs (NAEMT). This code outlines the ethical principles and responsibilities of EMTs, including their duty to provide care without discrimination, maintain patient confidentiality, and continuously improve their knowledge and skills.

Quiz 3: Roles and Responsibilities of the Paramedic