Intro to EMS
Modern EMS care is based upon
evidence-based medicine
Which of the following statements regarding stress is correct? (Choose 3)
stress is avoidable if you follow a few simple rules
stress is unavoidable in the EMS profession
acute stress develops slowly due to repeat exposure to certain events
EMTs cand develop resiliency skills to manage stress
exercise can help reduce stress
EMTS should avoid exercise while on duty
stress is unavoidable in the EMS profession
EMTs cand develop resiliency skills to manage stress
exercise can help reduce stress
What are the 4 levels of EMS providers?
EMR (Emergency Medical Responder)
EMTB (Basic Emergency Medical Technician)
EMTA (Advanced)
EMTP (Paramedic)
The single MOST important way you can prevent the spread of infection
Washing your hands
EMRs such as firefighters, law enforcement officers, and park rangers are an integral part of the EMS system because:
they often arrive at the scene before the ambulance and EMTs.
List two professional attributes of an EMT
Professional appearance, Physical Capability, Leadership Skills, High Ethical Standards, Emotional Stability, Skills competency, Critical and Adaptive Thinking, Effective Listener, Ability to place success of team above self-interest
What PPE provides the best protection from exposure to airborne disease?
HEPA mask or respirator
Title of the physician that delegates to the EMT to provide medical care in the field.
Medical Director
How carbon monoxide blocks the ability of the blood to oxygenate the body.
Binds with the hemoglobin in RBCs
A positive TB skin test indicates that:
you have been exposed to TB.
Name two roles and responsibilities of an EMT
Equipment preparedness, Emergency vehicle operations, scene safety, patient assessment and treatment, lifting and moving, communication and documentation, patient advocacy, professional development, quality improvement, injury and illness prevention, certification and licensure
What move is used when the scene is dangerous and the patient must be moved to safety before providing care?
An emergency move
Give 2 examples of Public health accomplishments
Vaccination programs
Fluoridation of water supplies
Helmet laws
Sewage systems
FDA formation
Clean drinking water
Seat belt laws
Tobacco laws
Restaurant inspections
Prenatal screenings
______________ are microorganisms that cause diseases
Pathogens
The _most_ important consideration at the scene of a hazardous materials incident is:
ensuring personal safety
Which of the following is considered high risk for the patient?
Assessing Vital Signs
obtaining a blood glucose level
requesting consent to treat
transferring patient care
transferring patient care
What is a formalized process to help EMS workers to deal with acute stress?
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
The EMT is legally obligated to protect a patient's privacy according to what?
HIPPA
“No! I can’t believe this. This can’t be happening!”
Which stage of grief?
Denial
Problems that occur in the prehospital phase of the EMS operation are most often related to:
A) EMRs functioning above their level of training.
B) delayed response times to the scene by EMTs.
C) failure of the dispatcher to obtain accurate information.
D) a lack of control and coordination of resources and personnel.
a lack of control and coordination of resources and personnel.
Which of the following is widely considered to mark the beginning of the modern EMS system?
The EMS White Paper
the current National EMS Education Standards
the creation of the American Heart Association
the EMS Agenda for the future document
The EMS White Paper
You are called to a business for a patient with dizziness, headache, and nausea. As you enter the building you detect a strong odor and your eyes begin to water. You should immediately do what two things?
leave the area and call for additional resources
You are encouraging a patient to go to the hospital by ambulance. You know that a transport will keep you on duty several hours after your regular quitting time. This is an example of what?
Patient Advocacy
“Oh please, if you just let my husband be ok, I’ll be a better person.”
Which stage of grief?
Bargaining
As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a patient with chest pain based on:
Standing orders or medical direction