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NYS EMT-B Practical Skills Assessment Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the first thing to do when applying an OPA (oropharyngeal airway)?✔✔ Confirm the patient has no gag reflex
How do you determine the correct size for a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?✔✔ Measure from the nose to the earlobe
What is the first thing to do before inserting a nasopharyngeal airway?✔✔ Lubricate the airway
What is the proper volume to ventilate an adult with a BVM?✔✔ Enough to cause visible chest rise
What must you do before administering oxygen via non-rebreather mask?✔✔ Inflate the reservoir bag 1 / 2
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When suctioning an adult patient, how long should each suction attempt last?✔✔ No more than 15 seconds
What must you always do before giving any medication as an EMT-B?✔✔ Check the five rights (right patient, drug, dose, route, time)
What is the correct way to remove contaminated gloves?✔✔ Pinch one glove at the wrist, peel off, then slide fingers under the other glove to remove
When splinting a suspected fracture, what must be done first?✔✔ Assess distal pulse, motor, and sensation
What is the last step after applying a splint?✔✔ Reassess distal pulse, motor, and sensation
What position should you place a patient with abdominal pain during transport?✔✔ Position of comfort
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