HOSA EMT Exam Questions and Answers

HOSA EMT Exam Questions and Answers 2023 (Verified Answers) 1.Snoring respirations are most rapidly managed by ANS correctly positioning the head 2.which of the following patients would be most in need of a rapid trauma assessment? ANS an awake and alert 19 y/o man with a small caliber gunshot wound to the abdomen 3.which of the following bones is affected with a swollen, painful deformity to the lateral bone of the left forearm? ANS radius 4.During your assessment of a 34-year old man with a gunshot wound to the chest, you note that his skin is pale. This finding is most likely caused by ANS decreased blood flow to the skin 1 / 2

5.An 80-year old woman has pain in the right upper quadrant of her abdomen and a yellowish tinge to her skin.You should suspect dysfunction of the ANS liver 6.Which of the following situations is an example of abandonment? ANS A first responder assumes patient care from an EMT-Intermediate 7.Which artery should you palpate when assessing for a pulse in an unre- sponsive 6-month old patient? ANS brachial 8.During the initial assessment of a trauma patient, you note massive facial injuries, weak radial pulses, and clammy skin. What should be your most immediate concern? ANS potential airway obstruction 9.You are called to treat a male patient who overdosed on heroin and is unconscious with shallow breathing and cyanosis to the face. The patient suddenly begins to vomit. What should you do first? ANS turn pt onto his side 10.The scene size up includes all of the following components, EXCEPT a.determining scene safety b.applying personal protective gear c.assessing the need for assistance