Scene Management
What is the safety hierarchy that all employees must follow?
Self, Partner/Crew, Other ES, Bystanders, Patient
What is the difference between a 10-52 and a 10-52D?
A 10-52D concerns a local homicide and requires LEO clearance before calling a coroner, whereas a 52 is a citizen.
What should be included in the Primary Assessment of a report?
Location, time, individuals involved, and situation upon arrival.
How do you treat a first-degree burn
Do not transport unless accompanied by other injuries.
How should intersections be cleared while driving on Code?
By slowing down, checking traffic, and ensuring it is safe to proceed.
When should an EMT defer to Law Enforcement for risk mitigation?
If the scene is at risk of becoming unsafe, such as needing to take cover or relocate.
When should the /evac command be used?
1. When a patient is in a hard-to-reach area or cannot be accessed safely.
2. When all other EMS resources are busy AFTER obtaining permission.
What must be documented under "Treatment Provided" in a report?
Any medications administered, pain relief provided, and steps taken to stabilize the patient.
When should CPR stop?
Once the pulse is regained.
How should ambulances be parked at the scene?
Close to the patient and blocking traffic when necessary.
Why is staging important for calls that are not yet Code 4?
To ensure safety by waiting for Law Enforcement to secure the scene.
What is required before using /evac on a patient?
Send a /911r message to the patient for consent. You may also try using /pm in addition if the patient does not respond.
You should never evac without consent from the patient.
What do we document in additional information?
Which hospital they were transported to, if they were released, and the waiver details if they signed an AMA.
What is a crucial step when treating suspected head trauma?
Avoid giving medication and perform concussion and paralysis tests.
What is the color system used during an MCI?
A system for tagging patients based on severity: Red, Yellow, Green, Black
What should a Probationary EMT do if a scene becomes unsafe?
Follow Law Enforcement’s directions, such as taking cover or leaving the area.
If you are involved in a crowded scene and there is a need to get rid of a vehicle, how should you go about towing it?
Use third-eye to local tow the car.
What is required in the "Secondary Assessment" section of a report?
Physical examination findings/symptoms and locations.
How do you differentiate treatment for closed vs. compound bone breaks?
Stabilize both, but compound breaks may require cleaning and infection prevention.
What are the steps for extricating a patient trapped in a vehicle?
Ensure safety, secure the vehicle, assess the patient, stabilize, and extract.
Under what circumstances should an LEO accompany an ambulance?
When transporting a suspect/95 or any time there is concern for safety.
Why is it critical for EMTs to assess the use of /revive without relying on patient requests?
EMTs must use medical judgment to determine if it is the best course of action for the patient’s condition.
This common medication has two different entries in the MDT depending on how you administer it.
Saline
What are the three different types of GSW's?
Grazes, T&T, and Lodged
What is the protocol if no SAHA staff are available for a critical patient?
Place the patient in an ICU room and complete the form in #hospital-admissions.