EMT Exam Training Practice Tests (NREMT Emergency Medical Technicians)]

Question 1

The unauthorized confinement of a person is considered:

A. assault. B. kidnapping. C. false imprisonment. D. battery.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

What are the proper procedures for performing CPR on a 9-month-old patient? Select the three answer options that are correct.

A. Ventilate one breath every 3 seconds with advanced airway in place. B. Check the brachial artery for a pulse. C. Use a compression depth of at least two inches. D. Compression rate is over 120 times per minute. E. Use the two-thumb-encircling-hands technique for two rescuers. F. The compression area is just above the nipple line.

Correct Answer: B,C,E

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Question 3

When using the SALT method for triage, which of the following interventions should the EMT perform during the individual assessment step?

A. Bleeding control, opening the airway, and administering two rescue breaths for pediatric patients B. Completing first responder scorecards to track patients C. Insertion of airway adjuncts, bleeding control, and moving patients to the triage area D. Assessing respirations, administering two rescue breaths, and assessing patient mentation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4

An 18-month-old patient has had a fever and cough for the past week and is now having difficulty breathing.
The patient has coarse crackles in their right lower lung. Which of the following conditions should the EMT most strongly suspect as the cause of the patient ' s signs and symptoms?

A. Epiglottitis B. Pneumonia C. Croup D. Sinusitis

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5

A patient is having an asthmatic attack. The EMT receives orders from medical control to assist with the patient ' s inhaler. What are the expected side effects of this medication? Select the three correct options.

A. Nervousness B. Tachycardia C. Confusion D. Drowsiness E. Hypotension F. Coughing

Correct Answer: A,B,F

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Question 6

A 12-year-old male suffered helmet-to-helmet contact while playing football. A bystander states, " He passed out for several seconds, then walked off the field under his own power. " He is now unresponsive, and his vital signs are BP 180/110, P 90, and R 6. You should suspect

A. Subarachnoid hemorrhage B. Subdural hemorrhage C. Intracerebral hematoma D. Epidural hematoma

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7

Witnesses state a patient is unresponsive and not breathing after a vehicle collision. What action should the EMT perform first?

A. Perform a jaw-thrust maneuver. B. Complete a scene size-up. C. Hold the neck in a neutral in-line position. D. Begin cardiac compressions.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8

A 3-year-old patient ingested laundry detergent. The patient is drowsy and has crackles in all lung fields.
What should most concern the EMT at this time? Select the three answer options that are correct.

A. Vomiting B. Acid reflux C. Esophageal perforation D. Respiratory failure E. Seizure F. Hypoglycemia

Correct Answer: A,C,D

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Question 9

What are possible complications of using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)? Select the two correct options.

A. Bronchospasms B. Feeling of suffocation C. Hypotension D. Myocardial infarction E. Pulmonary edema

Correct Answer: B,C

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Question 10

Reassessment of a patient begins with repeating the

A. Primary survey B. Scene size-up C. Secondary assessment D. Vital signs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11

A 67-year-old patient has a sudden onset of weakness and dizziness after feeling a tearing pain in their chest.
The patient has a history of diabetes, myocardial infarction, and hypertension. Lung sounds are clear. The skin is pale and cool to the touch. The vital signs are BP 88/52, P 128, and R 24. Which of the following types of shock should the EMT most strongly suspect?

A. Cardiogenic B. Septic C. Hypovolemic D. Psychogenic

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12

The police have placed a 20-year-old patient into custody. The patient is in handcuffs, is agitated, and is angry. The skin is hot and diaphoretic. The vital signs are BP 180/98, P 150, R 28, and SpO# 97% on room air. Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the EMT to take while transporting this patient?
Select the two answer options that are correct.

A. Transport the officer with the keys to the handcuffs. B. Secure the patient face down on the stretcher if they are spitting. C. Allow law enforcement to transport the patient. D. Remove the handcuffs and apply soft restraints. E. Release the patient from all restraints.

Correct Answer: A,D

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Question 13

What finding indicates that a mild airway obstruction has become a severe obstruction?

A. Central cyanosis B. Vomiting C. Patient is able to speak D. Ineffective cough

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14

A 56-year-old patient has a severe headache. The patient is refusing any treatment or transport. The vital signs are BP 210/140 mmHg, P 112/min, R 20/min, and SpO# 98% on room air. Which of the following actions should the EMT perform next?

A. Obtain a repeat set of vital signs. B. Determine if the patient has decision-making capacity. C. Have the patient sign a refusal. D. Request law enforcement assistance.

Correct Answer: B

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NREMT Emergency Medical Technicians - EMT Exam Practice Test