37, 38, 40 Flashcards
Crew has just begun “terminating the call”, WOTF must do done at this time?
Cleaning any equipment used on the run
WOTF is an example of a common hand tool used for extrication
Window Punch
WOTF is most likely to be underassessed?
A system abuser
WOTF typically works the easiest and should be used first for opening a door on a damaged vehicle to gain access to the pt?
Your Hand
One method that helps with safety driving an EMS vehicle
Deligate other operational tasks
Rescuers performs a pre-shift inspection of the ambulance and determine that the on-board o2 tank must be changed. after removing the regulator off the old tank and confirming the full tank is o2, WOTF steps should be completed next?
Clear any forign matter from the high pressure valve on top of the tank by quickly opening and closing it.
During the normal operation of an ems vehicle on icy or snowy roadways, what changes must be made in driving habits?
Increase distance between vehicles and have your hands at 9 and 3 o’clock
During extrication of a truck driver stuck in his cab, you see the rescue team is assembling the extrication tools, what precautions should the EMS provider exercise given this scenario?
Cover the patient with a blanket
Regarding hospice-type care WOTF is true?
Care meets the family’s and the patient’s needs simultaneously
WOTF would be UNANTICIPATED as an accute cause for AMS?
Cognative Disability
WOTF would you suspect abuse of a child?
Unexplained bleeding from the genitals