Medical Terminology
Chapt 5
The Human Body
Chapt 6
Life Span Development
Chapt 7
Lifting and Moving Patients
Chapt 8
Scenarios
100
The suffix "pathy" means: a) enlargement b) study of c) specialist d) disease
d) disease
100
Bile is produced by the liver and concentrated and stored in the: a) kidneys b) pancreas c) stomach d) gallbladder
d) gallbladder
100
The respiratory rate of 30 breaths per minute in an infant is: a) normal b) too fast c) too slow d) too shallow
a) normal
100
The EMT may injure his or her back, even if it is straight, if the: a) back is bent forward at the hips b) hands are held close to the legs c) shoulder is aligned over the pelvis d) force is exerted straight down the spine
a) back is bent forward at the hips
100
A 5yo boy has fallen and has a severe deformity of the forearm near the wrist. He has possibly sustained a fracture of the _____________forearm. a) proximal b) superior c) dorsal d) distal
d) distal
200
"Gastro" in the word "gastroenteritis" means: a) intestine b) tongue c) stomach d bowel
c) stomach
200
The ________is made up of the maxilla and zygoma, as well as the frontal bone of the cranium. a) orbit b) occiput c) mastoid d) sphenoid
a) orbit
200
Children of which age group are considered toddlers? a) 1-3 years b) 3-6 years c) 1 month to 1 year d) over 6 years
a) 1-3 years
200
To minimize the risk of injuring yourself when lifting or moving a patient, you should: a) flex at the waist instead of the hips b) avoid the use of log rolls or body drags c) use a direct carry whenever possible d) keep the weight as close to your body as possible
d) keep the weight as close to your body as possible
200
A patient has a large accumulation of blood in the sac surrounding the heart. Which type of shock would this condition cause? a) cardiogenic b) neurogenic c) obstructive d) hypovolemic
c) obstructive
300
"Myo" in the word myocarditis means: a) cartilage b) muscle c) bone d) vein
b) muscle
300
Which of the following structures does NOT contain smooth muscle? a) blood vessels b) urinary system c) skeletal system d) gastrointestinal tract
c) skeletal system
300
What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult? a) 12-20 breaths per minute b) 15-30 breaths per minute c) 25-50 breaths per minute d) 40-60 breaths per minute
a) 12-20 breaths per minute
300
Which of the following is MOST appropriate device to use when immobilizing a patient with a suspected spinal injury? a) long backboard b) scoop stretcher c) portable stretcher d) wheeled stretcher
a) keep the weight as close to your body as possible
300
A 16yo female complains of vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping that began several hours ago. During your assessment you should; a) obtain the majority of your information from one of her parents c) avoid asking questions that she will feel uncomfortable asking d) recall that patients in this age group prefer not to be treated as adults
b) inquire about the possibility of pregnancy in private, if possible
400
The topographic term used to describe the location of body parts that are closer toward the midline of the body is: a) lateral b) medial c) midaxillary d) midclavicular
b) medial
400
The central nervous system is composed of the: a) brain and spinal cord b) brain and sensory nerves c) motor and sensory nerves d) spinal cord and sensory nerves
a) brain and spinal cord
400
The average pulse rate of persons between 19 and 60 years of age is typically: a) 60 beats per minute b) 70 beats per minute c) 80 beats per minute d) 90 beats per minute
b) 70 beats per minute
400
Which of the following statements regarding an emergency patient moved is correct? a) the spine must be fully immobilized prior to performing an emergency move b) an emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment c) the patient is dragged against the body's long axis during an emergency move d) it is not possible to perform an emergency move without injuring the patient
b) an emergency move is performed before the primary assessment and treatment
400
Upon arriving at the scene of a MVC you find a single patient still seated in his car. There are no scene hazards. As you approach vehicle you note patient is semiconscious and has a large laceration to his forehead. You should: a) direct your partner to apply manual in-line support of the patient's head b) apply a cervical collar and quickly remove the patient with a clothes drag c) apply a vest-style extrication device before attempting to move the patient d) slide a long backboard under his buttocks and lay him sideways on the board
a) direct your partner to apply manual in-line support of the patient's head
500
In relation to the chest the back is: a) ventral b) inferior c) anterior d) posterior
d) posterior
500
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin? a) sensory reception b) temperature regulation c) metabolic coordination d) pressure and pain perception
c) metabolic coordination
500
Older adults frequently________. a) experience a decrease in body fat as they age b) are able to increase their muscle mass c) are unable to overcome medical problems d) take multiple medications
d) take multiple medications
500
When pulling a patient, you should extend your arms no more than __________in front of your torso. a) 5-10 inches b) 10-15 inches c) 15-20 inches d) 20-30 inches
c) 15-20 inches
500
You are attending a 26yo female who is 34 weeks pregnant with her first child. Your pt has been having lower abdominal pains and cramping for 2 hours. In placing your patient on the stretcher and preparing for transport, you should place her: a) supine with her legs elevated b) in the Fowlers position c) on her left side d) in a position of comfort
c) on her left side
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