Free Study Guides for the
EMT Test
The EMT exam is not a test on a particular book or curriculum, but rather covers all current knowledge in emergency medical care. It’s tough to predict what questions will be on your specific test, but our free study guides for the EMT exam 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.
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Table of Contents
Sections of the EMT Test
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.
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.
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.
Scene Size-up and Safety
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.
Secondary Assessment
Use this study guide to learn what to do during the secondary assessment. It is a more thorough evaluation of the patient’s condition, including prior medical history and reassessment of condition. From this assessment, you will plan further treatment and immediate continued actions toward patient progress and recovery.
After following our study guides and consulting other resources, we hope you are feeling well prepared for the EMT exam. Please let us know how this endeavor is going and if there are additional ways we can help. Reach us by email at info@uniontestprep.com, or tag us on Pinterest or YouTube. Our very best wishes on your road to providing emergency care!