EMT

EMT practice questions, page 11 of 13, with answer review and explanations.

Question 51

In the event of a dangerous situation where hazardous materials are suspected, the ambulance should be parked ____.

  1. downwind of scene
  2. upwind and/or uphill of scene
  3. at the station until called to the scene
  4. at the scene

Question 52

According to patients, what is the portion of contact with EMS they fear the most?

  1. being backboarded or having a splint put on.
  2. the ride in the ambulance.
  3. having procedures done on them.
  4. being moved on the stretcher.

Question 53

From which direction should you never approach a helicopter while its engine is operating?

  1. the left side
  2. the pilot’s blind spot
  3. the rear
  4. the front

Question 54

What is the minimum recommended area for a helicopter landing zone?

  1. 120’ by 120’ or larger
  2. 80’ by 90’ or larger
  3. 30’ x 30’ or larger
  4. 60’ by 60’ or larger

Question 55

Which of the following is generally not considered a weapon of mass destruction (WMD)?

  1. a machine gun
  2. a chemical agent designed to harm people
  3. a weaponized virus
  4. a “dirty” bomb