EMS Systems
This is the level of training focused on basic life support including CPR, AED, and oxygen administration.
What is EMT?
This structure prevents food from entering the trachea.
What is the epiglottis?
This is the first step in using an AED.
What is turn it on?
Low blood sugar is called this.
What is hypoglycemia?
This device is used to control severe external bleeding.
What is a tourniquet?
This organization sets the national standards for EMS education.
What is NHTSA?
This technique is used to open the airway when spinal injury is suspected.
What is the jaw-thrust maneuver?
This artery is typically used to check a pulse on an unresponsive adult.
What is the carotid artery?
This disease results from the body’s inability to produce or use insulin.
What is diabetes?
This spinal region is assessed first when applying manual in-line stabilization.
What is the cervical spine?
This term refers to legal responsibility to provide care once you begin.
What is Duty to Act?
Normal adult respiratory rate range.
What is 12-20 breaths per minute?
The heart’s mechanical function is measured by this vital sign.
What is pulse?
This is a common early sign of stroke assessed in FAST.
What is facial droop?
This is the first priority when treating a patient with external bleeding.
What is direct pressure?
This type of consent is used for an unconscious or altered patient.
What is implied consent?
This device can deliver nearly 100% oxygen when used correctly.
What is a BVM?
This rhythm indicates no electrical activity in the heart.
What is asystole?
The medication used for severe allergic reactions.
What is epinephrine?
This type of shock is caused by fluid loss such as bleeding or dehydration.
What is hypovolemic shock?
This is the highest priority at any EMS scene.
What is scene safety?
This term describes inadequate breathing characterized by poor rate or tidal volume.
What is respiratory failure?
The recommended compression rate in adult CPR.
What is 100-120 per minute?
This condition occurs when a seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes.
What is status epilepticus?
This type of dressing is designed to treat open chest wounds by preventing air from entering but allowing air to escape.
What is an occlusive dressing (with a one-way vent)?