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EMT Chapter 1 – Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the first step in the EMS chain of survival?✔✔A bystander recognizing an emergency and calling 911.
What role does an EMT play in the healthcare system?✔✔An EMT provides prehospital assessment and basic emergency care.
What should an EMT do before performing any patient care?✔✔Ensure the scene is safe.
What is an example of personal responsibility for an EMT?✔✔Checking and preparing all equipment before a shift.
What is the role of the medical director in an EMS system?✔✔They provide medical oversight and protocols for EMTs.
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What is one reason EMS documentation is important?✔✔It ensures continuity of care and serves as a legal record.
What is a major goal of public EMS education?✔✔To help the community understand how to respond to emergencies.
What should you do if a patient refuses care?✔✔Explain the risks, ensure they understand, and document the refusal.
What is a basic life support (BLS) provider trained to do?✔✔Provide airway management, CPR, and bleeding control.
What is an important aspect of being a professional EMT?✔✔Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
What should you do after giving a report to the hospital?✔✔Complete a patient care report with all details of the call.
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