NREMT Study Guide (2025) Flashcards

These flashcards cover key concepts from the NREMT Study Guide (2025) focusing on vital signs, CPR protocols, common medical conditions, and EMS operations.

The normal range for an adult's respiratory rate is __.

12–20 breaths/min.

A patient with a SpO₂ of 89% but is alert should receive __.

Non-rebreather mask (10–15 LPM).

In CPR for adults, the compression depth should be __.

2–2.4 inches.

The first action for a patient with bright red blood spurting from their leg is to __.

Apply direct pressure.

Kusmaul respirations are a sign of __.

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

A 2nd-degree burn is characterized by __.

Blisters and pain.

The blue section of the NFPA 704 diamond represents __.

Health hazard.

In case of hypotension, nitroglycerin is __ in patients with BP <100.

Contraindicated.

A common symptom of CO poisoning is __.

Cherry-red skin.

When should you resume CPR after using an AED? __.

Immediately after shock.

The normal blood glucose range for adults is __.

70–120 mg/dL.

The absence of lung sounds on one side indicates __.

Pneumothorax.

Drooling and tripod position are symptoms of __.

Epiglottitis.

A trauma patient with unequal pupils should raise suspicion of __.

Head injury / increased intracranial pressure.

The first priority in trauma management is __.

Exsanguination.

Abandonment in medical terms refers to __.

Transferring care to a lower-level provider.