Free Study Guides for the

EMT Test

The EMT test is not a test on a particular book or curriculum but covers all current knowledge in emergency medical care. It’s really hard to predict what questions will be on your particular test, but our free study guides for the EMT test provide outlines of the most important material to study. You can use them alone to frame your preparation efforts, or in conjunction with our EMT practice tests and flashcards.

Table of Contents

Sections of the EMT Test

Airway, Respiration, and Ventilation

The respiratory system has many parts and its function can affect the success of emergency treatment, including patient care during unrelated emergencies. Proper assessment and treatment involves understanding how it is supposed to work and what to do if things go wrong. Use this study guide to give you an idea of exactly what you need to study to do well on the airway questions on the EMT test.

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Cardiology and Resuscitation

Emergencies with cardiovascular and resuscitation components require a great deal of knowledge and skill with regard to the body systems involved. Use this study guide to help you define what you need to know and gain a basic understanding of what is required to treat such an emergency.

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Medical and Obstetrics/​Gynecology

Many of the emergencies you encounter will involve specific medical issues and conditions which do not simply fall under the airway or cardiac categories. Additionally, there will be situations in which you’ll need to know the basics of gynecological and obstetrical care. This study guide gives you an outline of topics to study in order to prepare for these types of questions on the EMT test.

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Operations

The questions in this section of the EMT exam revolve around the beginning portion of an emergency call. This is the time when you’ll need to both plan for and carry out the initial scene assessment. The actions you take during this time will set a firm foundation for the rest of your emergency care duties on that call. Use this study guide to review all of the relevant responsibilities.

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Primary Assessment

The primary assessment is your first chance to specifically examine the patient or patients having the emergency. It will be quick, but thorough enough to establish basic vital signs and identify each person’s chief complaint and any life threats regarding their condition. Using this information, you will make decisions about further treatment and transport needs. This study guide will help you review all of the necessary procedures.

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After following our study guides and consulting other resources, we hope you are feeling well prepared for the EMT test. Please let us know how this endeavor is going and if there are additional ways we can help. An email will reach us at info@uniontestprep.com. Or, tag us on Pinterest, YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram. Our very best wishes on your road to providing emergency care!