Paramedic Interview Questions and Answers

Emergency treatment of heat stroke, Bell's palsy, and hyperglycemia.

• Heat stroke: move to cool area, remove clothing, cool with water/ice packs, monitor vital signs

• Bell's palsy: protect eye, prescribe corticosteroids, refer to specialist if necessary

• Hyperglycemia: administer insulin, monitor blood glucose levels, provide fluids

Treatment and management of high grade fever, chicken pox, heart attack, and sunburn.

• High grade fever: antipyretics, fluids, rest, and identifying underlying cause.

• Chicken pox: antivirals, antihistamines, calamine lotion, and isolation.

• Heart attack: aspirin, nitroglycerin, oxygen therapy, and immediate medical attention.

• Sunburn: cool compresses, aloe vera, pain relievers, and avoiding further sun exposure.

Heat stroke symptoms include high body temperature, confusion, headache, nausea, and rapid heartbeat.

• Body temperature above 104°F (40°C)

• Confusion or disorientation

• Headache

• Nausea or vomiting

• Rapid heartbeat

• Flushed skin

• Lack of sweating

• Seizures or convulsions

• Loss of consciousness

Normal blood pressure ranges from 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg.

• Systolic pressure should be less than 120 mmHg

• Diastolic pressure should be less than 80 mmHg

• Blood pressure varies with age, gender, and health conditions

• Hypertension is diagnosed when blood pressure is consistently above 140/90 mmHg

Checking vitals involves measuring key health indicators like heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate.

• 1. Heart Rate: Use two fingers to find the pulse on the wrist or neck; count beats for 30 seconds and multiply by 2.

• 2. Blood Pressure: Use a sphygmomanometer; inflate the cuff and listen for systolic and diastolic pressures with a stethoscope.

• 3. Respiratory Rate: Observe the chest rise and fall for 30 seconds; multiply by 2 for breaths per minute.

• 4. Temperature: Use ...read more

Paramedics are typically allowed a certain number of leaves per month for personal or medical reasons.

• Paramedics are usually allowed a certain number of leaves per month for personal or medical reasons

• The number of leaves may vary depending on the organization or company

• Leaves may include sick leave, vacation leave, or personal leave

• Paramedics may need to provide documentation or proof for medical leaves