Scene Safety
What PPE should rescuers wear?
Coat, Pants, Boots, Helmet w/face shield, and Gloves.
What are the 4 rules for water rescue?
Reach, Throw, Row, and Go.
What is considered a confined space?
structures designed to keep something in or out.
What is the first thing you do before an EMR call
Prepare
Check equipment
Ensure that you are ready to respond
100' x 100'
What are your two primary goals during an extrication?
Obtain SAFE access to patients and to ensure patient stabilization.
What is the last resort for a water rescue?
go into water to save a person.
What do rescuers use when entering a confined space with limited oxygen and poisonous gas hazards.
SCBA
What is one piece of information a dispatcher acquires for an EMR call.
Nature of call
Name and location of patient
Number of patients
Call back number
Any special problems
What is one reason to use a helicopter
They can respond quickly
They can access rural areas
They can carry specialized equipment
They can preform advanced skills
What should you do before exiting your vehicle?
Get an overview of the entire scene.
What are the two specialized sickness associated with scuba diving?
Air embolism and decompression sickness.
What is one thing you should do or think about when considering an incident in a confined space.
Call for additional assistance
Do not enter the space
What is one of the first steps when arriving at a scene.
How do you approach a Helicopter
From the front. *only after the pilot signals you
If you cannot gain access to vehicle what should you do?
Stabilize vehicle and protect scene until proper equipment arrives.
What are the primary concerns during water rescue?
Open airway, establish breathing and circulation, and stabilize spinal cord injuries.
What are some examples of below-ground confined spaces?
Manholes, Storage tanks, old mines, wells
Response to scene is what phase of an EMR call
The 3rd phase
What is a disadvantage of helicopters?
They are limited by bad weather
What should you do if fuel spill is present?
Call the Fire Department
What are the proper steps to take if pt is experiencing cardiac arrest?
Stabilize pt's head and neck, remove pt from water, place pt on a hard surface, and begin CPR.
What are the two common deadly hazards involving a confined space?
Insufficient oxygen to support life or a poisonous gas may be present and danger of collapse.
What is the 5th phase of an EMR Call
Transferring Care
How fast can Main Rotors Spin
300 RPM