One of the most common problems for firefighters on emergency medical responses is ____.

A. head injuries
B. torn ligaments
C. back injuries
D. depression


Answer: C

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You have been selected to represent your EMS system on a disaster planning committee involving many different agencies. Regarding preparation for a possible disaster, which item is most beneficial to stress in the meeting?

A) Specific terminology and codes will need to be established to make communication effective B) All rescuers must be flexible and able to perform any task asked of them at a disaster C) The lay community should become involved in disaster planning by learning basic first aid and CPR D) Separate plans using the NIMS need to be developed for natural and human-made disasters

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Calibration of a spirometer requires the use of a standardized measuring instrument called a(n) calibration ________ and should provide a reading on the spirometer within 3% of the stated volume. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A typical four-month-old infant spends approximately how much of their sleep time in active rapid eye movement (REM) sleep?

A) 10% B) 20% C) 30% D) 50%

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When interviewing a possibly hostile patient, what must you pay special attention to in order to determine the potential threat level?

A) Conversation B) Degree of injury C) Posture D) Symptoms

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