Deck 2: Workforce Safety and Wellness

Question 1

In what way can you maintain your well-being?

A) Use self-discipline to slow your reaction times.
B) Enhance mental alertness with caffeine.
C) Develop a regular jogging routine.
D) Maximize your tolerance to all stress types.

Answer 1

Develop a regular jogging routine.

Question 2

Which is a psychosocial stressor?

A) Feeling anxious about work
B) The death of a parent
C) Working in a cubicle
D) A martial dispute

Answer 2

A martial dispute

Question 3

Which is a sign of behavioral stress?

A) Forgetfulness
B) Aggressive driving
C) Sleep disturbances
D) Depression

Answer 3

Aggressive driving

Question 4

Which is an effective way to deal with the stress felt by your family and friends?

A) Take more time to be by yourself.
B) Reschedule events so you can be present.
C) Explain how you are always "an EMT first."
D) Talk about your day in a simple manner.

Question 5

Which is part of proper handwashing procedure?

A) Washing both hands with hot water.
B) Using alcohol-based gel to remove dirt.
C) Removing all jewelry from hands and arms.
D) Waiting to wash debris until after it dries.

Question 6

When you are suctioning blood from a patient, your personal protective equipment (PPE) should include

A) gloves only.
B) a gown and face mask.
C) eye protection only.
D) gloves and protective eyewear.

Question 7

Which disease is normally spread by blood and body fluid contact?

A) Measles
B) Chickenpox
C) Tuberculosis
D) Hepatitis B

Question 8

Which is an example of sterilization?

A) Using alcohol to clean a stethoscope
B) Using hot water to wash a needle
C) Using radiation to clean protective eyewear
D) Using soap and cold water to wash hands

Question 9

This placard indicates to what degree a hazardous material is

A) flammable, radioactive, explosive, or poisonous.
B) carcinogenic, poisonous, noxious, or contaminating.
C) noxious, poisonous, contaminating, and carcinogenic.
D) radioactive, contaminating, explosive, or poisonous.

Question 10

While there are many dangers that EMS personnel will face, almost half of workers report experiencing a

A) back injury.
B) blood contact.
C) needle stick.
D) gasoline burn.

Question 11

Which is NOT an acceptable reason to move a patient?

A) A patient is anxious about the attention he will receive.
B) A patient is blocking access to a more critical patient.
C) A patient in cardiac arrest is lying on his chest.
D) A patient remains under threat of ongoing violence.

Question 12

Which is true about proper lifting technique?

A) You should always lift using your legs.
B) You should always lift using your biceps.
C) You should position your feet together.
D) You should bend at the waist and knees.

Question 13

This image shows which kind of drag?

A) Firefighter's drag
B) Shoulder drag
C) Clothing drag
D) forearm drag

Question 14

At a car crash, a woman is complaining of minor leg pain and says she is "so shaken" that she cannot walk. She has no other complaints. You smell gasoline fumes and decide to move her to safety. You should use the

A) cradle carry.
B) piggy-back carry.
C) blanket drag.
D) shoulder drag.

Question 15

In a two-person extremity lift,

A) one rescuer kneels at the patient's head, and the other kneels between the patient's knees with his back toward the patient.
B) one rescuer kneels facing the patient's left side, and the other kneels facing away on the patient's right.
C) one rescuer stabilizes the head and neck, while another slowly rotates the patient into a supine position.
D) one rescuer lifts the patient's head and midsection from the side, while the other lifts the patient's legs from the other side.

Question 16

You might place a patient in this position if he experiences

A) abdominal pain.
B) difficulty breathing.
C) back pain.
D) muscle weakness.

Question 17

When would you use a basket stretcher?

A) When carrying a patient down a mountain.
B) When transporting more than one patient.
C) When carrying a patient though a narrow space.
D) When transporting a morbidly obese patient.

Question 18

When restraining a patient, you should

A) not inform the patient of your actions.
B) slowly approach the restrainee.
C) act with at least four professional personnel.
D) use enough force to completely quiet the patient.

Question 19

In order, what are the 5 stages of grief?

A) Bargaining, depression, denial, anger, acceptance
B) Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
C) Depression, anger, bargaining, denial, acceptance
D) Anger, denial, depression, bargaining, acceptance

Question 20

A grieving person who continually says, "This can't be happening," is likely displaying signs of

A) bargaining.
B) anger.
C) depression.
D) denial.

Question 21

When you encounter a person displaying obvious signs of death, you should

A) document the victim's position and injuries.
B) perform CPR until your supervisor issues a halt command.
C) move the body so it is out of sight of the general public.
D) report all observations to the admitting hospital.

Question 22

Your 8 year old patient, Steve, is dead. How should you inform his father?

A) "Steve is no longer with us."
B) "I'm sorry. Your son, Steve, has died."
C) "Your son has gone to a better place."
D) "We did everything we could, but Steve passed on."

Question 23

After handling a patient involved in a frightening domestic dispute, you have nightmares and anxiety in your daily life. You should

A) remember that the victim was even more traumatized.
B) explain the entire story to a trusted friend and ask for help.
C) consider seeking help from a professional counselor.
D) get closure on the incident by inquiring with the police.

Question 24

What type of stretcher is this?

A) Flexible stretcher
B) Scoop stretcher
C) Portable stretcher
D) Basket stretcher

Question 25

As an EMS worker, you should keep which immunizations up to date?

A) Chickenpox, Hepatitis A, Influenza, and rabies
B) Tetanus, Hepatitis B, Influenza, and MMR
C) Hepatitis A and B, Influenza, HPV, and rabies
D) Diphtheria, Tetanus, MMR, and chickenpox

Question 26

Your coworker has been working 6 days a week for the past several weeks, eating a lot of junk food, and her daughter is having trouble in school. Your coworker is at risk for developing which of the following?

A) Panic attacks
B) Cumulative stress
C) Irritability toward her family
D) Insomnia

Question 27

When removing gloves after treating a patient, you should

A) tug the cuff of the glove with your opposite thumb and index finger to turn it inside out.
B) use the thumb and index finger of one hand to grasp the finger tips of the other to pull it off.
C) pull off both gloves by grasping the fingertips of the opposite hand and immediately throw them out.
D) use the fingertips to remove gloves and make sure to turn them inside out.

Question 28

You arrive on a scene where a female worker has cut herself. You should

A) ask observers to step back so you can figure out what happened.
B) apply pressure on the wound to slow the bleeding.
C) begin an assessment and determine care needed.
D) put on personal protective equipment, such as gloves.

Question 29

You are on the scene of a multiple motor vehicle accident and notice that the first car, which has been rear-ended, is leaking fluid from the left side near the gas tank. The driver is still in the car. In this situation, you should use a(n)

A) emergency move.
B) nonurgent move.
C) critical move.
D) urgent move.

Question 30

Disinfecting equipment at a high-level involves

A) using boiling water on the equipment.
B) exposing the equipment to radiation or superheated steam.
C) using denatured alcohol to clean the object.
D) washing the object with soap and warm water.

Question 31

When preparing to lift a patient on a cot or stretcher, you should

A) determine the weight of the patient being lifted including any equipment involved.
B) relax the muscles of your abdomen and buttocks before lifting to relieve back stress.
C) place your feet close together in order to get better back support and strength.
D) bend at the waist and keep your back straight when picking up your end of the cot.

Question 32

A sign of obvious death that refers to the decomposition of organic matter, such as body tissues, is known as

A) putrefaction.
B) dependent lividity.
C) rigor mortis.
D) tissue corruption.

Question 33

An underhanded grip that takes full advantage of the strength of your hands, forearms and biceps is known as the

A) super grip.
B) manual grip.
C) power grip.
D) strength grip.

Question 34

The single most important method you can use to prevent the spread of communicable diseases is

A) wearing gloves.
B) cleaning equipment.
C) use of personal protective equipment.
D) frequent handwashing.

Question 35

You have to inform a man that his wife has just died. How should you inform him?

A) "I'm sorry to tell you that your wife is no longer with us."
B) "This is hard to say, but your wife has passed on."
C) "Your wife has gone to a better place without pain."
D) "You have our sincere sympathy as your wife has died."

Question 36

An advanced directive is written by

A) an appointed family member.
B) the spouse.
C) the primary care doctor.
D) the patient.

Question 37

Your team has restrained a physically violent patient who is a danger to himself and others. Which of the following should you do during this process?

A) Let him know ahead of time that you'll remove the restraints as soon as he cooperates.
B) Leave him alone for a few minutes after he is restrained to let him calm down.
C) Check his ABCs and distal pulses frequently once he is restrained.
D) Restrain the patient to the stretcher with chest, waist and ankle straps.

Question 38

You are at the scene of a house fire and must use a firefighter's drag to get your male patient out of the building. You should

A) place the patient on his back and secure his wrists.
B) slide your arms under his armpits and drag him out.
C) put him on a blanket to prepare to move him.
D) position yourself toe to toe and bend down to him.

Question 39

Last week you responded to a multiple car accident where there were serious injuries and a child died. Since then you have had nightmares about the situation, argued with your family, and made a mistake on an important report at work. You are likely suffering from

A) cumulative stress.
B) psychosocial stress.
C) crucial stress.
D) traumatic incident stress.

Question 40

A patient is displaying a 102-degree temperature, a bad headache and very swollen glands. You suspect

A) chickenpox.
B) measles.
C) mumps.
D) rubella.

Question 41

You arrive at the home of an elderly woman who is lying in bed with chest pains. Which of the following methods should you use to move her from the bed to a stretcher?

A) Direct ground lift
B) Extremity lift
C) Draw sheet transfer
D) Human crutch move

Question 42

An effective, healthy way to manage job stress is to

A) listen to music or read a book during downtime.
B) practice problem-solving skills by helping friends with their issues.
C) develop hobbies that keep you busy during time away from work.
D) eat comfort/junk foods that make you happy.

Question 43

If you were not wearing gloves while working with a patient and had contact with blood or bodily fluids, you should wash your hands for at least

A) 30 seconds
B) 1 minute
C) 2 minutes
D) 5 minutes

Question 44

Your neighbor fell out of a tree. He says that his back has a burning sensation and that he heard something "pop" when he hit the ground. You should

A) move him into a Fowler's position so that he is a bit more comfortable.
B) avoid moving him until a full assessment is complete.
C) put him in a semi-Fowler's position to keep his legs and spine straight.
D) place him in the recovery position to minimize his back pain.

Question 45

Another name for the pelvic curvature of the adult spine is

A) thoracic.
B) lumbar.
C) sacral.
D) cervical.

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial stressor that you may encounter on the job?

A) Life-and-death decision making
B) Demanding physical work
C) Confined work spaces
D) Incompatibility with a partner

Question 47

A caller told the dispatcher that his daughter had tried to commit suicide and that her wrist was bleeding profusely. He also said that she refused to give him the razor she used or allow him to bandage her arm. When you arrive on the scene, you should

A) wait for law enforcement to secure the scene before you enter.
B) put on personal protective equipment before entering the scene.
C) enter the residence and assess immediate life threats.
D) establish a prearranged panic code with dispatch and your partner.

Question 48

You are on a call at a high-rise apartment building. The patient needs to be transported to the hospital. Which of the following should you do when you and your partner are carrying her down the stairs?

A) Flex at the waist and bend at the knees while carrying her.
B) Carry her head-first so that you can check in with her as you go downstairs.
C) Keep the weight and your arms close to your body.
D) Keep your knees in a locked position to get strong back support.

Question 49

During a lunchtime discussion when you and a coworker are alone, she tells you that she has just been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has only a few months to live. You should

A) listen quietly to her concerns and let her talk about her thoughts and feelings.
B) try to be a good friend and distract her from her grief by telling jokes and stories.
C) remind her that doctors find new treatments for diseases every day and you know she'll beat it.
D) ask her if she has told her family and friends yet and what their reaction was.

Question 50

You and your partner must perform a direct ground lift. You should place yourselves at the

A) neck and ankles.
B) neck and thighs.
C) chest and thighs.
D) chest and ankles.

Question 51

The five stages of grief, as described by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, include Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Acceptance, and

A) Frustration.
B) Anxiety.
C) Depression.
D) Rage.

Question 52

The "Fight-or-Flight" response system prepares the body to

A) protect itself.
B) adjust to stress.
C) become aware of stressors.
D) release chemicals in the body.

Question 53

A one-person arm carry is also known as a

A) pack-strap carry.
B) piggyback carry.
C) cradle carry.
D) firefighter's carry.

Question 54

To avoid injury when pushing or pulling a patient, you should

A) pull, rather than push, whenever possible.
B) keep your back straight to prevent injuries.
C) push at a level between your waist and your knees.
D) keep elbows straight and arms close to your sides.

Question 55

You have noticed that your coworker has less energy lately and is slurring his words. You have also noticed his hands shaking. He admits that he's having trouble concentrating, forgets things easily, is very emotional, and has headaches frequently. You suspect he may be suffering from

A) sleep deprivation.
B) substance abuse.
C) poor nutritional habits.
D) lack of regular aerobic exercise.

Question 56

What type of stretcher is hinged and opens at the head and feet to fit around and under the patient?

A) Portable stretcher
B) Basket stretcher
C) Scoop stretcher
D) Flexible stretcher