An AEMT is trained and generally authorized to perform all of the following interventions EXCEPT:
A. intravenous therapy.
B. insertion of multilumen airways.
C. pediatric intraosseous insertion.
D. interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
Answer: D. interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
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The medical assistant's main role in the profession is one of patient:
A) care. B) advocate. C) ethics. D) scheduling.
Which of the following is the BEST action to take when approached by media while on-scene?
A. Answer with your opinion B. Answer truthfully all questions C. Direct the media to Public Information Officer D. Direct the media to Public Information Officer after answering questions truthfully
The circulatory system includes the blood vessels and the:
A. heart B. brain C. lungs D. heart and lungs
Which of the following reasons best describes why it is advantageous to use a 25 gauge long needle for an IA nerve block?
A) Greater depth of penetration, less needle flexibility when contacting bone to determine deposition site, high risk of positive aspiration B) Ease of penetration through fibrous submucusal tissues, greater depth of penetration, low risk of positive aspiration C) Greater depth of penetration, greater accuracy of aspiration outcomes, less needle deflection D) Comfort level during penetration, greater depth of penetration, low risk of negative aspiration