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EMT-Basic Review Manual for National Certification

Author(s): American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Stephen J. Rahm
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763744663
  • ISBN-10:0763744662
  • Paperback    128 pages      © 2004
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Overview

The EMT-Basic Review Manual for National Certification is designed to prepare you to sit for the National Certification Exam by including the same type of skill-based and multiple-choice questions that you are likely to see on the exam.  The review manual will also evaluate your mastery of the material presented in your EMT-Basic training program.  By completing the practice questions and exercises in this review manual, you will be able to identify any weak areas you may have, allowing you to adjust your pre-exam studies accordingly.

The EMT-Basic Review Manual for National Certification includes:

  • practice questions with answers and model exam
  • step-by-step walkthrough of skills including helpful tips, commonly made errors, and sample scenarios
  • self-scoring guide and winning test taking tips
  • coverage of the entire 1994 US DOT EMT-Basic curriculum

Organized in four sections, the review manual covers:

Section I:  Overview of the 1994 EMT-Basic National Standard Curriculum.

Section II:  Provides a total of 300 practice questions that are similar in style to what the candidate is likely to encounter on EMS certification exams.

Section III:  Provides the candidate with information about the EMT-Basic practical examination.  This section includes copies of the performance skill sheets, requirements for successful completion of each skill, common errors made during the performance of each skill, and hints on how to "recover" should the candidate make a mistake during the performance of a skill.

Section IV:  Provides answers and detailed rationales to the practice questions in section II.

 

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Section I:  The 1994 EMT-Basic NSC and the NREMT

Section II:  Practice Examinations
 
Section III:  The NREMT-Basic Practical Examination
 Introduction and General Information
 Patient Assessment/Management
   Trauma Patient Assessment
   Medical Patient Assessment
 Adult Ventilatory Management
   Bag-valve mask an apneic patient with a pulse
 Cardiac Management Skills
   Cardiac arrest management/AED
 Spinal Immobilization
   Spinal Immobilization-Seated
   Spinal Immobilization-Supine
 Random Skills
   Oxygen administration
   Airway adjuncts and suctioning
   Mouth to mask ventilation with supplemental oxygen
   Traction splint
   Immobilization of a joint injury
   Immobilization of a long bone fracture
   Bleeding control and shock management

Section IV:   Answers and Rationales


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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals. The Academy also serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopaedics. Founded at Northwestern University as a not-for-profit organization in 1933, the Academy has grown from a small organization serving less than 500 members to the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists. The Academy now serves about 24,000 members internationally.

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Stephen J. Rahm

Stephen J. Rahm, NREMT-P

Stephen J. Rahm began his career in EMS in 1985. He is a paramedic for a rural EMS system in South Central Texas. As an author, he has ten books published to his credit; he has served as a contributing author, reviewer, and consultant for numerous others. He is also a faculty member in the paramedic program at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Mr. Rahm has presented at the Texas EMS Conference and the Military Joint Services EMS Symposium on various topics.  During his career in EMS, Mr. Rahm has worked for the U.S. Air Force in a Level I Trauma Center and has trained Combat Medics for the U.S. Army.
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  • "The EMT-Basic Review Manual for National Certification is a great resource for building students confidence as they prepare to take the national exam!"

    Bill Alguire
    Sheriudan Fire District
    Sheridan, Oregon

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EMT-Basic

This is the entry level course to Emergency Medical Service (EMS) profession.  Areas to be included are: EMT roles and responsibilities, patient assessment, medical emergencies, IV maintenance, and telecommunications.  Practical labs will be conducted.  Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to to take the State Basic EMT Licensure Examination.

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