You should have an extensive understanding of the following concepts. Your response should provide detailed explanations and how they may pertain to an EMT’s duties or scope of practice.
- Acute stroke
 - Angina
 - Complications of electrical injuries and treatment
 - Hypertension (HTN)/ Hypotension
 - Pathophysiology of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
 - Pathophysiology of left-sided heart failure
 - Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)
 - Return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)
 - Shockable rhythms and indications for an AED
 - Signs and symptoms of a cardiac dysrhythmia