Emergency Medical Care

Where are the results of a scientific study published, regardless of the outcome of the study?

Where are the results of a scientific study published, regardless of the outcome of the study?

Where are the results of a scientific study published, regardless of the outcome of the study?

▸ In a medical director paper

▸ In a peer-reviewed journal

▸ In a university-based magazine

▸ In an EMS trade magazine

nursemegan   276   1 Reply

jackjohnson74

The ________ is a brief paragraph that summarizes the need for the study, the research methods used, ...

The ________ is a brief paragraph that summarizes the need for the study, the research methods used, ...

The ________ is a brief paragraph that summarizes the need for the study, the research methods used, and the results encountered.

▸ parameter

▸ mode

▸ abstract

▸ hypothesis

zar   219   2 Replies

zar

The process by which scientists endeavor to construct an accurate representation of the world that ...

The process by which scientists endeavor to construct an accurate representation of the world that ...

The process by which scientists endeavor to construct an accurate representation of the world that is reliable, consistent, and non-arbitrary is the:

▸ case series.

▸ iterative process.

▸ scientific method.

▸ random sampling.

FAITHBELLE   228   1 Reply

cooldawg69

The statistic that reflects only the odds of seeing the results of a particular piece of research if ...

The statistic that reflects only the odds of seeing the results of a particular piece of research if ...

[html]The statistic that reflects only the odds of seeing the results of a particular piece of research if the study hypothesis is TRUE is the:

▸ nominal data.

▸ chi square test.

▸ P value.

▸

melinoma86   236   2 Replies

melinoma86

A type of study that does not allow the subjects or the experimenters to know who is in the control group is:

A type of study that does not allow the subjects or the experimenters to know who is in the control group is:

A type of study that does not allow the subjects or the experimenters to know who is in the control group is:

▸ single blind.

▸ cross-sectional.

▸ double blind

▸ quasi-experimental.

Kaevyn04   215   1 Reply

wasan

How well a study supports the conclusions is referred to as:

How well a study supports the conclusions is referred to as:

How well a study supports the conclusions is referred to as:

▸ variance.

▸ ordinal data.

▸ validity.

▸ bias.

malabranche13   223   2 Replies

malabranche13

A specific question that a research study sets out to answer is called the:

A specific question that a research study sets out to answer is called the:

A specific question that a research study sets out to answer is called the:

▸ hypothesis.

▸ odds ratio.

▸ experiment.

▸ meta-analysis.

msouthern   253   1 Reply

brigettelearn

A group of subjects who do not have manipulation of the independent variable is called the:

A group of subjects who do not have manipulation of the independent variable is called the:

A group of subjects who do not have manipulation of the independent variable is called the:

▸ subject group.

▸ control group.

▸ experimental group.

▸ treatment group.

caillacakes   208   2 Replies

caillacakes

The difference between mean and median is which of the following?

The difference between mean and median is which of the following?

[html]The difference between mean and median is which of the following?

▸ Mean is calculated by adding values, then dividing the sum by the number of values involved;

david fabos   205   1 Reply

anthead

The person who is overseeing a study and is familiar with requirements for informed consent is the:

The person who is overseeing a study and is familiar with requirements for informed consent is the:

The person who is overseeing a study and is familiar with requirements for informed consent is the:

▸ controller.

▸ institutional review foreman.

▸ abstract editor.

▸ principal investigator.

Ilovebacon22   200   2 Replies

Ilovebacon22

Which type of research can help determine whether a procedure, drug, treatment, or similar strategy ...

Which type of research can help determine whether a procedure, drug, treatment, or similar strategy ...

Which type of research can help determine whether a procedure, drug, treatment, or similar strategy actually improves patient outcomes?

▸ Qualitative

▸ Bench

▸ Mixed

▸ Outcomes-based

dskmvld   209   1 Reply

blazeypooh

When physically preparing yourself to work safely as a paramedic, you should:

When physically preparing yourself to work safely as a paramedic, you should:

[html]When physically preparing yourself to work safely as a paramedic, you should:

▸ read as much as you can about physical fitness.

▸ do as little as possible to preserve your strength for emergency duty.

▸ perform as many traditional sit-ups as

lstar1993   213   2 Replies

lstar1993

A supervisor senses that an EMS crew that has just conducted a very dramatic, but unsuccessful, ...

A supervisor senses that an EMS crew that has just conducted a very dramatic, but unsuccessful, ...

[html]A supervisor senses that an EMS crew that has just conducted a very dramatic, but unsuccessful, rescue of a drowned child may be experiencing very intense emotions about the incident. Which of the following is an appropriate supervisory action?

Dymondmonae   211   1 Reply

urbacore

Which of the following is a bloodborne disease?

Which of the following is a bloodborne disease?

Which of the following is a bloodborne disease?

▸ Tuberculosis

▸ Influenza

▸ Hepatitis B

▸ Rubella

FAITHBELLE   180   2 Replies

FAITHBELLE

Which of the following is part of good handwashing technique?

Which of the following is part of good handwashing technique?

[html]Which of the following is part of good handwashing technique?

▸ Use an ethanol-based, waterless hand sanitizer instead of soap when possible.

▸ Use only antibacterial bar soap, avoiding liquid soaps when possible.

▸ Thoroughly lather your ha

Coltonht   217   2 Replies

Coltonht

You just sustained an accidental needle stick with a contaminated intravenous needle. You should immediately:

You just sustained an accidental needle stick with a contaminated intravenous needle. You should immediately:

[html]You just sustained an accidental needle stick with a contaminated intravenous needle. You should immediately:

▸ request a tetanus shot.

▸ ask the patient about lifestyle risk factors for HIV.

▸ contact your supervisor.

▸ wash the affected a

shaerovira   232   1 Reply

swolfe15

Shift work, down time between calls, and inadequate pay are all examples of ________ stressors.

Shift work, down time between calls, and inadequate pay are all examples of ________ stressors.

Shift work, down time between calls, and inadequate pay are all examples of ________ stressors.

▸ administrative

▸ emotional

▸ environmental

▸ physical

victor.m.rojas2   182   1 Reply

purplepanda1516

What can be done to minimize the possibility of developing cancer?

What can be done to minimize the possibility of developing cancer?

What can be done to minimize the possibility of developing cancer?

▸ Risk-assessment screening

▸ Eating broccoli and high-fiber foods

▸ Wearing sunblock

▸ All of the above

malabranche13   167   3 Replies

Cele_1015

A patient with suspected or known ________ makes it necessary for the care provider to don a HEPA or ...

A patient with suspected or known ________ makes it necessary for the care provider to don a HEPA or ...

A patient with suspected or known ________ makes it necessary for the care provider to don a HEPA or an N-95 respirator.

▸ HIV

▸ tuberculosis

▸ pneumonia

▸ viral meningitis

lmalma   136   1 Reply

h00304413

The most important Standard Precaution the EMS provider can employ as an infection control practice is to:

The most important Standard Precaution the EMS provider can employ as an infection control practice is to:

[html]The most important Standard Precaution the EMS provider can employ as an infection control practice is to:

▸ sterilize all contaminated equipment.

▸ wash hands frequently.

▸ receive all recommended vaccinations.

▸ avoid direct patient conta

mrive3127   166   2 Replies

mrive3127

Which of the following is NOT a recommended vaccination for EMS providers?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended vaccination for EMS providers?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended vaccination for EMS providers?

▸ Tuberculosis

▸ Measles/mumps/rubella

▸ Hepatitis B

▸ Influenza

D-john   163   1 Reply

emr21

The minimum recommended PPE for prehospital providers is all of the following, EXCEPT:

The minimum recommended PPE for prehospital providers is all of the following, EXCEPT:

The minimum recommended PPE for prehospital providers is all of the following, EXCEPT:

▸ protective gloves.

▸ HEPA respirator.

▸ protective eyewear.

▸ reusable equipment.

suiren   179   2 Replies

suiren

You are on a scene at which you have requested and received orders for field termination of ...

You are on a scene at which you have requested and received orders for field termination of ...

[html]You are on a scene at which you have requested and received orders for field termination of resuscitative measures. Which of the following terms should you use when informing the family of the patient's status?

▸ Dead

▸ Gone

▸ Expired

▸ Pas

Migo7s   163   1 Reply

abonaccorso1

Which of the following causes the greatest hazard for EMS personnel?

Which of the following causes the greatest hazard for EMS personnel?

Which of the following causes the greatest hazard for EMS personnel?

▸ Suicide

▸ Motor vehicle collisions

▸ Violence

▸ Communicable diseases

temp321   177   2 Replies

temp321

Which of the Kbler-Ross stages of grief would be suspected if a cancer patient said to you, "This ...

Which of the Kbler-Ross stages of grief would be suspected if a cancer patient said to you, "This ...

[html]Which of the Kübler-Ross stages of grief would be suspected if a cancer patient said to you, "This frustrates me so much. I never saw it coming, and now my family will have to go on without me"?

▸ Bargaining

▸ Anger

▸ Hopelessness

▸ Denial[

ujesssss   202   3 Replies

Nikki_LYNN

Of the following, which is NOT generally used on scene to minimize hazards?

Of the following, which is NOT generally used on scene to minimize hazards?

Of the following, which is NOT generally used on scene to minimize hazards?

▸ Helmets

▸ Reflective tape

▸ Body armor

▸ Surgical scrubs

PiMaster314   151   1 Reply

Niquegirl21!

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

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

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

▸ the nature of illness

▸ medical protocols

▸ what resources are available

▸ how to use communication technology

lmalma   168   1 Reply

Curtis x9

Consoling and offering emotional support to a person who has just seen a loved one die is an example ...

Consoling and offering emotional support to a person who has just seen a loved one die is an example ...

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

▸ empathy.

▸ integrity.

▸ patient advocacy.

▸ leadership.

wildcat290   206   2 Replies

wildcat290

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

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

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

▸ National Association of EMTs (NAEMT)

▸ National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE)

▸ National Registry of EMTs (NREMT)

▸ American College of Emergency Physicians

jujubee600   142   1 Reply

Steve Trainer

Which of the following is a knowledge-based failure of patient safety?

Which of the following is a knowledge-based failure of patient safety?

[html]Which of the following is a knowledge-based failure of patient safety?

▸ A tired EMS provider fails to follow a relevant rule, resulting in patient injury.

▸

jujubee600   130   2 Replies

jujubee600

Categorization of EMS-receiving hospitals was initially developed to identify which of the following?

Categorization of EMS-receiving hospitals was initially developed to identify which of the following?

[html]Categorization of EMS-receiving hospitals was initially developed to identify which of the following?

▸ trauma care capability

▸ bur

shaerovira   150   1 Reply

getdh

Which of these is NOT an issue facing EMS providers, according to Emergency Medical Services: At the ...

Which of these is NOT an issue facing EMS providers, according to Emergency Medical Services: At the ...

[html]Which of these is NOT an issue facing EMS providers, according to Emergency Medical Services: At the Crossroads?

▸ Limited evidenc

JisselFlores   165   2 Replies

JisselFlores

Which of these documents recommended that EMS of the future should have the ability to identify and ...

Which of these documents recommended that EMS of the future should have the ability to identify and ...

[html]Which of these documents recommended that EMS of the future should have the ability to identify and modify illness and injury risks, provide acute illness and injury care and follow-up, and contribute to treatm

Famwam   186   1 Reply

ShayT0923

Sending multiple levels of emergency care personnel to the same incident is called a:

Sending multiple levels of emergency care personnel to the same incident is called a:

Sending multiple levels of emergency care personnel to the same incident is called a:

▸ helicopter EMS.

▸ mass casualty incident.

▸ tiered response.

▸ chain of survival.

yuknam   180   2 Replies

yuknam

The Institute of Medicine published Emergency Medical Services for Children in:

The Institute of Medicine published Emergency Medical Services for Children in:

The Institute of Medicine published Emergency Medical Services for Children in:

▸ 1984.

▸ 1977.

▸ 1969.

▸ 1993.

SPP24   176   1 Reply

amw87470

The first use of a prehospital system of triage and transport took place:

The first use of a prehospital system of triage and transport took place:

The first use of a prehospital system of triage and transport took place:

▸ during the U.S. Civil War.

▸ in ancient Mesopotamia.

▸ during the Napoleonic Wars.

▸ in large cities in the 19th-century United States.

dwilliams11   163   2 Replies

dwilliams11

With regard to medical authorization, which of the following best describes the role of a paramedic ...

With regard to medical authorization, which of the following best describes the role of a paramedic ...

[html]With regard to medical authorization, which of the following best describes the role of a paramedic in providing prehospital care?

▸ He relies on the autonomous medical practitioner.

▸ He relies on the delegated practice of a licensed physici

barry1999   163   2 Replies

barry1999

Reasons to be involved with a professional membership organization include all of the following, EXCEPT to:

Reasons to be involved with a professional membership organization include all of the following, EXCEPT to:

[html]Reasons to be involved with a professional membership organization include all of the following, EXCEPT to:

▸ stay abreast of changes within the profession.

▸ interact with members from other parts of the country.

▸ conform to National Insti

avinash0312   183   1 Reply

shamanie

The future enhancement of EMS is strongly dependent on:

The future enhancement of EMS is strongly dependent on:

The future enhancement of EMS is strongly dependent on:

▸ availability of quality research.

▸ obtaining approval for patient consent procedures.

▸ the collection of raw data.

▸ the ability to outline the logistics affecting research.

be beautiful   150   1 Reply

n00835996

Which of these terms is a synonym of "mobile integrated health care?"

Which of these terms is a synonym of "mobile integrated health care?"

Which of these terms is a synonym of "mobile integrated health care?"

▸ industrial medicine

▸ community paramedicine

▸ corrections medicine

▸ illness prevention

lstar1993   146   1 Reply

Mtoney9