37. Transport Operations

Question 1

fixed wing and rotary wing aircrafts that have been modified for medical care; used to evacuate and transport patients with life threatening injuries to treatment facilities

Answer 1

air ambulances

Question 2

a specialized vehicle for treating and transporting sick and injured patients

Answer 2

ambulance

Question 3

areas of the road that are blocked from your view by your vehicles or mirrors

Answer 3

blind spots

Question 4

the process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface

Answer 4

cleaning

Question 5

a device that provides a firm surface under the patient’s surface

Answer 5

CPR board

Question 6

keeping a safe distance between your vehicle and any vehicle around you

Answer 6

cushion of safety

Question 7

to remove or neutralize radiation, chemical, or other hazardous material from clothing, equipment, vehicles, and personnel

Answer 7

decontaminate

Question 8

the killing of pathogenic agents by direct application of chemicals

Answer 8

disinfection

Question 9

specialized vehicles used to transport EMS equipment and personnel to the scenes of medical emergencies

Answer 9

first responder vehicles

Question 10

the killing of pathogenic agents by using potent means of disinfection

Answer 10

high level disinfection

Question 11

occurs when the tires of a vehicle are lifted off the road surface as a result of water piling up underneath them, making the vehicle feel as though it is floating

Answer 11

hydroplanning

Question 12

a portable kit containing items that are used in the initial care of the patient

Answer 12

jumpkit