Emergency Medical Technician Levels & Basic First Aid Procedures

What are the three levels of EMT?

Basic, Intermediate, and Paramedic

What does CPR stand for?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

What is the primary goal of CPR?

To mechanically oxygenate or ventilate the patient

What are the steps of CPR?

Sternal rub, call 911 or get AED, tilt head back to open airway, perform 100 compressions per minute followed by 2 rescue breaths.

What does AED stand for and what is its purpose?

Automated External Defibrillator; it shocks the heart to stop it and restart a normal rhythm.

What are the steps for applying a splint?

Check for pulse, support the joint above and below the injury, splint the bone, and check for pulse again.

What is the purpose of a tourniquet?

To stop blood flow to a wound and prevent bleeding.

Where should a tourniquet be placed?

2-3 inches above the wound.

What is the role of a Physician's Assistant?

To provide direct patient care, examine, diagnose, treat patients, prescribe medication, and order testing.

What effect does sodium have on water in the body?

Wherever sodium goes, water follows.

What is the function of a Loop Diuretic?

It stops the movement of sodium, increases urination, decreases sodium reabsorption, and treats high blood pressure and edema