Texas A&M University (TAMU) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Bag Practice Test

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• Which item stored in the Front left pouch is used to cut clothing?
• What is the purpose of using a backboard and straps during transport?
• Which action is appropriate when documenting a patient’s refusal of care?
• Which elements are essential to document in a patient care report?
• What is the first-line EMS action for anaphylaxis in the field?
• Which area of the bag contains the most items?
• Which items in the TAMU bag would you use to treat an open abdominal wound?
• When packaging a patient for transport using TAMU bag equipment, which plan is appropriate?
• Which item is primarily used to measure blood pressure in this setup?
• Which area contains the O2 equipment and the C-Collar?
• How do you assess circulation status in a trauma patient during a bag-based scenario?
• What is stored in the Top Pocket?
• In which pouch are ABD/Combine Pads stored?
• Which details must be noted for each item used from the bag?
• Knuckle Bandaids are stored in which pouch?
• Where are Gloves stored in the EMS bag?
• Which finding suggests the patient is not ventilating adequately after initial airway management?
• What is the recommended action if you cannot obtain a good mask seal on a patient with facial hair?
• Describe the two-person BVM technique and how oxygen is integrated during ventilation.
• Where are thermometer probe covers stored?
• Moleskin is stored in which pouch?
• How do you select the correct oxygen delivery device for a child versus an adult?
• If you need a Large Trauma Pad, which pouch should you open?
• Which scales are commonly used to assess mental status in the field?
• What steps minimize movement for a patient with suspected spinal injury during transport?
• How do you assess capillary refill and what does a refill longer than 2 seconds indicate?
• What is the difference between capillary, venous, and arterial bleeding and how should you treat each?
• Why is it important to note the time of any critical interventions?
• What is the primary purpose of the backboard during EMS transport?
• What changes are typically observed in vital signs during shock?
• The Band aid pouch item is stored in which pouch?
• Which statement best describes the overall sequence of the primary survey?
• Coban is stored in which pouch?
• Which item in the Left removable pouch is commonly used to deliver oxygen via the nasal route?
• Which components are assessed by the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)?
• Which of the following describes the purpose of the rapid assessment in the primary survey?
• Which contents in the EMS bag are used for immobilization?
• Where are N95 Masks stored in the EMS bag?
• Why is it important to organize the bag by function, and what is a typical functional layout?
• Which factor would make you choose a nasopharyngeal airway over an oropharyngeal airway?
• In the two-person BVM technique, what grip is used to maintain a tight mask seal?
• What is the correct way to store spare batteries and power sources within the bag?
• Which item is stored in the main pocket along with the Adult C-Collar?
• Why is spine protection included early in a suspected multi-system trauma?
• Which statement describes the role of the cervical collar in suspected spinal injury management?
• What is the purpose of a tourniquet and when should it be used?
• Which feature describes arterial bleeding?
• Chest seals are stored in which pouch?
• The item used to listen to sounds is located on the Left Flap.
• What technique is used to immobilize the spine in a trauma patient during transport?
• Which items can help you manage pediatric patients differently than adults?
• Which item is used to keep a patient warm during transport and is stored in the main pocket?
• The item used to measure blood pressure is located on the Left Flap.
• When is an oropharyngeal airway (OPA) appropriate to insert?
• In a patient with suspected internal bleeding who is pale and tachycardic, what is the priority action?
• What special considerations are there for geriatric patients in EMS?
• Sam Splints are stored in which pouch?
• Which items are used to immobilize a limb fracture in the TAMU bag?
• Why is establishing a baseline set of vital signs important?
• If you need a Non-Rebreather Mask, which pouch should you open?
• Which items are essential for basic wound care and infection control in the EMS bag?
• What should be documented regarding patient response to EMS interventions in the PCR?
• Chest seals are used for which type of chest wound?
• Name at least three items in the EMS bag used to control external bleeding.
• Why is it beneficial to group supplies by function rather than by type?
• When documenting changes in a patient's status, when should you document the changes?
• Which of the following is the appropriate field management for a person experiencing a seizure?
• If distal pulses are absent in the injured limb, what is an appropriate action?
• Bandaids are stored in which pouch?
• What items in the bag help you control and assess chest trauma?
• The item used to monitor oxygen saturation is located on the Left Flap.
• What is the correct sequence to use a glucose meter in the field?
• Which item is stored on the Right flap and is a nasal airway adjunct?
• Which compartment houses gloves as well as N95 masks and Surgical masks?
• In which scenario would you apply a tourniquet in the field?
• How do you manage a patient with suspected spinal injury when transferring to transport devices?
• List three items used for wound dressing changes in the bag.
• Where is the Adult C-Collar stored in the EMS bag?
• Where is Sterile Gauze stored in the EMS bag?
• Which item is stored in the Knuckle Bandaids pouch?
• What is the role of a stethoscope and BP cuff during the bag’s primary assessment?
• How should you handle a loose airway device during transport to avoid airway compromise?
• Why is checking expiration dates on medications and supplies critical?
• When is a rigid cervical collar used?
• In which pouch is Combat gauze stored?
• When treating an open abdominal wound, what purpose does applying a dry sterile gauze serve?
• Which item is located in the main pouch underneath the glucometer?
• Which item stored in the Front left pouch is used to collect vomit?
• Which items help you monitor a patient’s airway and breathing status in the TAMU bag?
• What item is essential to seal an open chest wound during chest trauma management?
• If you suspect a patient has been exposed to a contagious disease, what should you do?
• Which is a correct guideline when applying a tourniquet to control bleeding?
• Where is the thermometer stored?
• Which item is primarily used to control bleeding and is stored in the Front right pouch?
• Capillary refill delayed (>2 seconds) is an indicator of what in a patient?
• Which item is used to immobilize the neck of a pediatric patient?
• How should you document a patient’s refusal of care by a conscious, competent patient?
• During the EMS primary survey, which elements are assessed?
• What should you do if a patient refuses treatment due to lack of consent?
• What is the principle behind proper splinting of a suspected fracture?
• Which item is stored in the Bandaid pouch?
• Which pouch contains the Miscellaneous items?
• If you need Nebulizer, which pouch should you open?
• What are the essential steps in a primary survey following the ABC approach?
• What steps help prevent cross-contamination when using TAMU bag equipment?
• Which item is NOT typically included in the essential elements of a PCR?
• Why is sterile technique important during wound dressing changes?
• For chest pain with suspected cardiac origin, what is the non-pharmacologic protocol?
• Which item corresponds to Lube?
• Which pocket is associated with the Penberthy Pouch content?
• Which item is stored on the Right flap and is used with lubrication?
• Which item corresponds to Hand sanitizer?
• Where is Triangle Bandage stored in the EMS bag?
• When is a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) preferred over an OPA?
• Why is it important to mark and document the time a tourniquet is applied?
• Why is it important to perform a rapid trauma assessment, and what are the key areas to examine?
• What is the primary use of suction in the field?
• Which item is used for airway management and is stored in the main pocket?
• Non-Rebreather Mask is stored in which pouch?
• In trauma care, what step follows scene safety according to the TAMU bag sequence?
• Which items are essential to treat a patient in shock due to blood loss?
• When ventilating with a bag-valve mask, which signs indicate adequate chest rise?
• Which item is stored in the main pouch underneath the glucometer?
• Which item is stored in the main pouch underneath the glucometer?
• Nasal Cannula is stored in which pouch?
• Which of the following best describes signs of respiratory distress in an EMS patient?
• Roller Gauze is stored in which pouch?
• What is the correct sequence to prepare and respond to a suspected multi-system trauma using items from the TAMU bag?
• Which item is used to monitor blood glucose levels?
• What items differ in pediatric airway management compared to adults?
• How should you manage a conscious patient who is hypoglycemic using TAMU bag items?
• Which pouch contains the Miscellaneous items?
• Where are Saline bullets stored in the EMS bag?
• What glucose reading threshold defines hypoglycemia to treat in the field?
• Which condition would contraindicate the use of a nasopharyngeal airway?
• Which item corresponds to Disposable tweezers?
• Which item corresponds to Emesis bags?
• Which item is a pediatric cervical immobilization device listed in the bag contents?
• Where is the O2 tank w/ regulator and wrench stored in the EMS bag?
• Which airway adjuncts are typically found in a TAMU EMS bag and when is each used?
• Which is a basic PPE principle for EMS responders?
• Large Trauma Pad is stored in which pouch?
• In triage for mass casualty incidents, what color tag indicates a patient who needs immediate attention?
• Name a key observation you should make during a pediatric assessment using the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT).
• Which item is stored on the Right flap and is an airway adjunct inserted through the mouth?
• Where are medications stored?
• Name two basic methods to control external bleeding.
• Which pouch contains the Bad Bleeding Pouch?
• Which item corresponds to the Oropharyngeal Airways (OPAs)?
• What does FAST stand for in suspected stroke in the field?
• How should you handle a loose airway device during transport to avoid airway compromise?
• Upon arriving at the scene, what is the first step in TAMU EMS Bag guidance?
• Which item corresponds to Biohazard bags?
• Which item is stored in the main pocket and designed to safely dispose of used sharps?
• What is the primary purpose of a bag-valve mask (BVM) in EMS care?
• Which PPE item is essential when dealing with a patient with suspected infectious disease?
• Which of the following best describes the use of PPE in an infectious scene?
• Where are Surgical masks stored in the EMS bag?
• Sam Splints are stored in which pouch?
• What is a common sign of hypoglycemia EMS should check for in a patient?
• Nebulizer is stored in which pouch?
• Which contents in the EMS bag are used for immobilization?
• Which item corresponds to Pediatric BP Cuff?
• Which patient is MOST likely to require rapid transport rather than extensive on-scene care?
• What is the initial action when a spinal injury is suspected during transport?
• Which item is used for pediatric neck stabilization?
• How is a limb pulse check performed when a patient is bleeding heavily?
• Which action helps maintain sterile conditions and prevent contamination of a wound dressing during transport?
• Which components are typically included with the suction device in the TAMU bag?
• What items would you check to ensure oxygen cylinders are ready for use?
• Which set of items in the TAMU bag can assist with monitoring a patient's condition during transport?
• How do you apply and document a tourniquet in the field?
• If a conscious patient with hypoglycemia can swallow, how much oral glucose should you administer?
• In which pouch are Safety glasses stored?
• Which pocket is the Main Pouch located within?
• Which item would you find to assess vital signs in the kit layout?
• What is a chest seal and when should you apply one?
• Which of the following are essential components of initial care for a patient in shock?
• Why is patient reassessment after each intervention critical?
• How would you ensure proper backboard immobilization for a suspected spinal injury during transport?
• How do you ensure patient privacy and proper documentation after bag-use?
• What is the first step in performing a bag-check before patient contact?
• In the absence of a backboard, which combination helps maintain spinal immobilization during transport?
• What is true about geriatric pharmacodynamics in EMS care?
• Which cervical immobilization equipment is typically found in the TAMU bag and when is it used?
• Where is Nonsterile gauze stored in the EMS bag?
• Transpore Tape is stored in which pouch?
• What is a basic organizational principle for the TAMU EMS bag?
• What is the role of a bag check before each shift?
• What is the role of a cravat or narrow bandage in bleeding control?
• How would you identify and manage a patient with suspected internal bleeding?
• During reach testing or lateral repositioning, which steps promote patient safety?
• Which statement about patient autonomy is accurate in EMS decisions?
• What should you do after applying a tourniquet?
• Which item provides illumination in this kit?
• Coban is stored in which pouch?
• What role does the EMS bag play in a fast response scenario like a road traffic collision?
• Which non-pharmacologic actions should you take for a patient with chest pain suspected of cardiac origin?
• Which item is not stored in the top pouch?
• Which device sequence is used to immobilize the spine in a trauma patient during transport?
• When assessing a conscious, competent patient who refuses care, which element should be evaluated?
• Which item corresponds to the Nasopharyngeal Airways (NPAs)?
• In seizure management, when should oxygen be provided?
• What is the recommended approach to reassessment during EMS care?
• Where is the glucometer kit stored?
• Triple Antibiotic Ointment is stored in which pouch?
• What is the main sign you have achieved an adequate chest rise during BVM ventilation?
• Why is labeling or noting the use of medications or devices drawn from the bag important during a scenario?
• Which items ensure you can treat a patient who is in shock due to blood loss?
• Which item is stored in the Bandaid pouch?
• Where is Adaptic Dressing stored in the EMS bag?
• What is the SAM splint and how is it used to immobilize a suspected fracture?
• Which item is used to monitor oxygen saturation in this kit?
• How should a chest seal be secured when applied to a chest wound?
• What oxygen delivery method would you use for a patient with moderate hypoxia who is able to tolerate therapy?
• Which item is used to provide manual ventilation and is stored in the main pocket?
• What are essential steps for airway clearance when obstruction is suspected due to vomit, blood, or mucus?
• Which airway adjunct is used for patients with gag reflex or when oral access is compromised?
• After finishing a bag-based scenario, which cleaning steps are recommended?
• The item used for illumination is located on the Left Flap.
• Before giving aspirin or glucose in the field, what steps help identify contraindications?
• What is the purpose of an occlusive chest seal in penetrating chest trauma?
• When is a chest seal indicated in EMS care?
• If you need Transpore Tape, which pouch should you open?
• What is the purpose of a suction device in the TAMU bag and what size catheters are commonly included?
• In a road traffic collision scenario, what does the EMS bag provide immediately?
• Which of the following is evaluated as part of the rapid assessment for severe life threats?
• Which pouch contains the Bad Bleeding Pouch?
• Which pouch contains Chest seals?
• What best describes the role of ongoing monitoring during transport in a hemorrhagic shock scenario?
• What is a recommended technique to protect your back when lifting heavy equipment?
• Which item stored in the Front right pouch serves as eye protection?
• When packaging a patient, what is the recommended action regarding wound coverage?
• Which item is essential for spinal immobilization in the EMS bag?
• What is the recommended oxygen delivery method for a spontaneously breathing patient with a suspected severe injury and a bag in TAMU kit?
• Which item corresponds to Trauma shears?
• Which item corresponds to CAT Tourniquet?
• What action is essential during transfer of a patient with suspected spinal injury to maintain safety?
• For a patient with suspected cardiac chest pain, what is a common prehospital assessment element?
• What equipment is used to immobilize a limb fracture in the TAMU bag?