EMT Practice Test - Question List

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36. What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
  1. The dermis
  2. The epidermis
  3. The subcutaneous layer
  4. The sebaceous layer
37. The ability or tendency of an organism or a cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes is known as what?
  1. Histocompatible
  2. Homologous
  3. Homeostasis
  4. Homeopathic
38. How can a patient’s pulse be characterized when performing an initial assessment?
  1. Bounding or Calm
  2. Weak or Strong
  3. Irregular or Regular
  4. Both B & C
39.

When should a patient be moved immediately?

  1. If you can visualize no injuries to their neck or head
  2. If there is a fire or chance of fire
  3. Always, so they can be transported to the hospital quickly
  4. Never, you should assess the patient from head-to-toe prior to moving them
40. Proper body mechanics when lifting a patient include what?
  1. Bending at the waist
  2. Using your back to lift
  3. Keeping the weight as close to your body as possible
  4. Using non-slip gloves

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