West Coast Emt Block Exam #1

The incubation period for Ebola can be up to: Select one: A. 72 hours. B. 1 week. C. 21 days. D. 6 months. {Ans: C. 21 days.}Prehospital patient care decisions should be based on __________. Select one: A. the experiences of EMTs B. the opinions of physicians C. an EMS agency's fiscal resources D. EMS research {Ans: D. EMS research}You respond to the home of a 59-year-old man who is unconscious; has slow, shallow breathing; and has a weak pulse. The family states that the patient has terminal brain cancer and does not wish to be resuscitated. They further state that there is a DNR order for this patient, but they are unable to locate it. You should: Select one: A. decide on further action once the DNR order is produced. B. honor the patient's wishes and withhold all treatment. C. transport the patient without providing any treatment. D. begin treatment and contact medical control as needed. {Ans: D. begin treatment and contact medical control as needed.}You arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle-versus-pedestrian accident. The patient, a 13-year-old male, is unconscious and has multiple injuries. As you are treating the child, a law enforcement officer