The EMT scope of practice may include the use of either an automated or manual defibrillator.

A young boy has an open chest wound to the left lateral area after falling off of his bike onto a metal spike in the ground. His family is present and very upset and crying. As an EMT, you recognize that in this situation, your primary focus is:

A) controlling pain. B) maintaining oxygenation. C) providing emotional support. D) preventing potential wound infection.

Which of the following is NOT one of the ten most common mistakes made in interviews?

A. Failing to establish good eye contact B. Talking too much C. Arriving late D. Arriving early