Question 1

Safety inspections, accident prevention, and medical screening of employees are some of the responsibilities for paramedics working in:
A) industrial medicine.
B) community clinics.
C) correctional institutions.
D) sports medicine.

Accepted Answer

Paramedics working in industrial medicine are specifically trained to provide care to employees in the workplace setting. This includes conducting safety inspections, implementing accident prevention measures, and performing medical screenings to ensure the health and well-being of employees. Community clinics, correctional institutions, and sports medicine all involve different settings and populations with different healthcare needs and priorities.

Question 2

To practice, paramedics must be approved by a state or provincial agency and the:
A) National Association of EMTs.
B) National Registry of EMTs.
C) EMS system's medical director.
D) state medical director.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Which of the following statements about a paramedic's skill competency is TRUE?
A) High-frequency, low-criticality skills should be reviewed often.
B) Low-frequency, high-criticality skills should be rarely reviewed.
C) All skills should be reviewed equally, regardless of criticality.
D) Frequent review of infrequently used skills is critical to ensure competency.

Accepted Answer

Frequent review of infrequently used skills is critical to ensure competency. While all skills should be reviewed regularly, it is particularly important to focus on infrequently used skills, as it can be easy for those skills to become rusty or forgotten over time. In an emergency situation, paramedics need to be able to perform all necessary skills with confidence and competence, regardless of how often they are used.

Question 4

Paramedics should always provide care:
A) with the intent of transporting all patients.
B) only when there is a legitimate patient complaint.
C) without regard to a patient's ability to pay.
D) with the goal of minimizing on-scene time.

Accepted Answer

Paramedics are obligated to provide care to all patients regardless of their ability to pay. This is outlined in the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), which requires emergency departments to provide care to anyone seeking emergency medical treatment regardless of their ability to pay.

Question 5

To legally function as a paramedic, one must:
A) have successfully completed an accredited EMT education program.
B) have fulfilled the specific requirements of an appropriate credentialing body.
C) strive to maintain quality health care, regardless of cost or impact on one's EMS system.
D) be able to function independently in a nonstructured, constantly changing environment.

Accepted Answer

To legally function as a paramedic, one must fulfill the specific requirements of an appropriate credentialing body, which typically includes passing a state or national certification exam and meeting education and training requirements. While completing an accredited EMT education program is important, it is not the only requirement for becoming a licensed paramedic. Striving to maintain quality healthcare and being able to function independently in a constantly changing environment are important characteristics for a paramedic, but they do not relate to the legal requirements for practicing as a paramedic.

Question 6

Which of the following agencies developed and published the 2009 EMS Instructional Guidelines?
A) The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
B) The National Association of State EMS Training Coordinators
C) The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
D) The United States Department of Transportation

Accepted Answer

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) developed and published the 2009 EMS Instructional Guidelines. The guidelines were issued by DOT's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in order to provide evidence-based recommendations to improve EMS education and training.

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the paramedic's expected level of functioning in the dynamic prehospital setting?
A) Acts independently
B) Under direct supervision of the medical director
C) Under telephone or radio supervision by nursing personnel
D) Under direct supervision of fire command

Accepted Answer

Paramedics are trained and expected to act independently in the dynamic prehospital setting, making critical decisions and performing advanced medical procedures without direct supervision from a physician or other medical professional. However, they do work within established protocols and guidelines set forth by their medical director.

Question 8

Many professional sports teams have found paramedics to be effective complements to their:
A) team physicians.
B) physical therapists.
C) athletic trainers.
D) rehabilitation programs.

Accepted Answer

Athletic trainers are responsible for the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. In collaboration with team physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals, they develop comprehensive rehabilitation programs for injured athletes. Paramedics are trained in emergency medical care and can provide immediate assistance if an athlete is injured during a game or practice. Therefore, paramedics make effective complements to athletic trainers in sports teams.

Question 9

Which of the following aspects of the paramedic's work most appropriately falls into the category of public health?
A) Administering care to a patient who has suffered a heart attack
B) Providing life-saving measures after a traffic accident
C) Educating the public on illness prevention
D) Taking steps to prevent a terrorist attack

Accepted Answer

Educating the public on illness prevention is a key aspect of public health. It aims to prevent the spread of disease and promote healthy behaviors in the community. While administering care to individual patients and responding to emergencies are important aspects of the paramedic's job, they are not necessarily focused on the overall health of the public. Preventing a terrorist attack is also important, but may fall more under the realm of national security than public health.

Question 10

Which of the following is a desirable paramedic characteristic?
A) The ability to give medical advice
B) A commanding presence on the scene
C) The ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of patients
D) The ability to exactly follow protocols on each and every call

Accepted Answer

The ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of patients is a desirable paramedic characteristic as it will help build trust and confidence, which is essential in providing effective care. A paramedic who can establish a good relationship with their patients will be able to communicate effectively, obtain accurate information, and provide appropriate care. The other options are not as desirable as giving medical advice can lead to legal issues, a commanding presence may be intimidating for some patients, and blindly following protocols without considering the patient's unique situation may not be in the patient's best interest.

Question 11

Which of the following best characterizes the professional development of a paramedic?
A) It is a career-long pursuit.
B) It is focused on public education efforts.
C) It is regulated by the system medical director and state agency.
D) It is focused on illness and injury prevention.

Accepted Answer

Professional development of a paramedic is a career-long pursuit as they need to stay up to date with the latest medical advancements, equipment and techniques. Continuing education and training opportunities are available throughout their career.

Question 12

The highest level of prehospital care provider in the United States is a(n):
A) emergency medical responder.
B) paramedic.
C) advanced EMT.
D) emergency medical technician.

Accepted Answer

The highest level of prehospital care provider in the United States is a paramedic. Paramedics have the most advanced level of training and are able to provide advanced life support measures, such as administering medications and performing advanced airway management.

Question 13

What is one of the emerging roles and responsibilities of a paramedic in the 21st century?
A) Third-party biller
B) Managed health care
C) Health promotion
D) Internet education

Accepted Answer

Health promotion is an emerging role for paramedics in the 21st century. Paramedics now not only respond to emergencies but also play a crucial role in promoting and educating individuals and communities on good health practices, disease prevention, and injury prevention. This new role aims to improve public health, reduce healthcare costs, and promote healthy lifestyles.

Question 14

The paramedic's role has expanded to include ________ because of the need to move ill/injured patients from one health care facility to another for specialized care.
A) hospital emergency departments
B) critical care transport
C) corrections medicine
D) helicopter EMS

Accepted Answer

The expansion of the paramedic's role to include critical care transport is a result of the need to move ill/injured patients from one healthcare facility to another for specialized care. This includes transporting patients who require advanced levels of medical care and monitoring during transport, such as those with severe trauma or organ failure. The other options (hospital emergency departments, corrections medicine, and helicopter EMS) do not necessarily involve transporting patients between healthcare facilities.

Question 15

Where do many of the practices and techniques of tactical EMS come from?
A) Police
B) Firefighters
C) Military
D) Critical care medics

Accepted Answer

Many of the practices and techniques of tactical EMS come from the military, as this type of EMS originated from providing medical support to military combat operations.

Question 16

Many traditional EMS treatments and practices have been abandoned or refined because of:
A) research.
B) patient complaints.
C) legislation.
D) lawsuits.

Accepted Answer

Research has led to advancements in medical knowledge and technology, which in turn has resulted in changes to EMS treatments and practices. Many old practices have been abandoned or refined because research has shown that they are not effective or even harmful. Therefore, A is the best answer. While patient complaints, legislation, and lawsuits can also affect EMS treatments and practices, they are not the primary reasons for changes.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the paramedic's professional obligation?
A) Acceptance and adherence to a code of professional ethics and etiquette
B) Placing the system's well-being above that of the patient
C) Absolute adherence to medical protocols
D) Following long-standing traditions in practice

Accepted Answer

Paramedics have a professional obligation to uphold a code of ethics and etiquette that guides their behavior and decision-making. They must prioritize the well-being of their patients and adhere to medical protocols, but these responsibilities are encompassed within their broader ethical obligations. Following long-standing traditions may be useful in some cases, but it is not a primary professional obligation.

Question 18

The paramedic's right to care for patients, administer medications, and perform other related tasks falls on the license of:
A) the EMS system medical director.
B) the state secretary of health.
C) the receiving hospital personnel.
D) the state medical director.

Accepted Answer

The paramedic operates under the license and medical oversight of the EMS system medical director, who is responsible for the clinical and patient care aspects within an EMS system. This includes protocols, procedures, and the administration of medications.

Question 19

A major advance in the education of out-of-hospital was the:
A) formation of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
B) 2009 publication National EMS Services Education Standards.
C) passage of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
D) establishment of the National Registry computer-based certification exam.

Accepted Answer

The publication of National EMS Services Education Standards in 2009 revolutionized the education of out-of-hospital providers. The standards provide a comprehensive framework for EMS education programs and ensure that all providers receive consistent training and education based on national standards. This has helped to improve the quality of care provided by out-of-hospital providers and increase the professionalism of the EMS industry. The other options are important developments in EMS, but they do not have the same impact on education as the establishment of national standards.

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the initial education program of the paramedic?
A) It addresses everything one needs to know to practice paramedicine.
B) It is a rite of passage, but information is inconsistent with how things really should be done.
C) It is the base and beginning of one's professional education, not the end.
D) Lectures prepare students, but all learning occurs on the job during the internship phase.

Accepted Answer

The initial education program of the paramedic is the base and beginning of one's professional education and not the end.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Paramedicine

Safety inspections, accident prevention, and medical screening of employees are some of the responsibilities for paramedics working in:

To practice, paramedics must be approved by a state or provincial agency and the:

Which of the following statements about a paramedic's skill competency is TRUE?

Paramedics should always provide care:

To legally function as a paramedic, one must:

Which of the following agencies developed and published the 2009 EMS Instructional Guidelines?

Which of the following best describes the paramedic's expected level of functioning in the dynamic prehospital setting?

Many professional sports teams have found paramedics to be effective complements to their:

Which of the following aspects of the paramedic's work most appropriately falls into the category of public health?

Which of the following is a desirable paramedic characteristic?

Which of the following best characterizes the professional development of a paramedic?

The highest level of prehospital care provider in the United States is a(n) :

What is one of the emerging roles and responsibilities of a paramedic in the 21st century?

The paramedic's role has expanded to include ________ because of the need to move ill/injured patients from one health care facility to another for specialized care.

Where do many of the practices and techniques of tactical EMS come from?

Many traditional EMS treatments and practices have been abandoned or refined because of:

Which of the following best describes the paramedic's professional obligation?

The paramedic's right to care for patients, administer medications, and perform other related tasks falls on the license of:

A major advance in the education of out-of-hospital was the:

Which of the following best describes the initial education program of the paramedic?