What is an EMT’s primary service area?

At the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you determine that there are two critically injured patients and that another ambulance is needed. You attempt to contact the dispatcher with your portable radio but are unsuccessful. You should:

The EMT is legally obligated to protect a patient’s privacy according to _____________.

Medical control gives you an order that seems inappropriate for the patient’s condition. After confirming that you heard the physician correctly, you should:

Which of the following interventions is used by all levels of EMS providers?

The MOST important consideration at the scene of a hazardous materials incident is:

You suspect that a pregnant 26-year-old girl has a broken leg after she was hit by a car. You explain that you plan to splint her leg, and she agrees to treatment. Which type of consent is her agreement considered?

In which of the following circumstances can the EMT legally release confidential patient information?

Which of the following is the MOST significant factor in determining whether a person will become ill from certain germs?

Which of the following patients has decision-making capacity and can legally refuse emergency medical treatment?