CFRD Flashcards
Who does an officer notify if the number of CFRD certified members falls below the minimum?
Dispatcher and battalion
There shall be a minimum of ___ trained CFRD members in order for a unit to be in service as a CFRD unit
2 (FFs or officer)
When an officer assigns CFRD responsibilities at the beginning of each tour, ABCDE shall be a guide for distribution of work, what is “A”…?
Airway. Maintains airway, Carries the oxygen bag. Administers oxygen, performs ventilation. Stabilizes spine for trauma
When an officer assigns CFRD responsibilities at the beginning of each tour, ABCDE shall be a guide for distribution of work, what is “B”?
Boss
Carries portable radio and handlight
When an officer assigns CFRD responsibilities at the beginning of each tour, ABCDE shall be a guide for distribution of work, what is “C”?
Checker Performs patient assessment Hands on care Checks pulse and does compressions Carries the trauma bag
When an officer assigns CFRD responsibilities at the beginning of each tour, ABCDE shall be a guide for distribution of work, what is “D”?
Defib/documenter
Fills out PCR
Operates defibrillator
When an officer assigns CFRD responsibilities at the beginning of each tour, ABCDE shall be a guide for distribution of work, what is “E”?
Equipment
For 5 man engines
Remains at rig to bring equipment
When must a CFRD unit transmit a signal 10-99?
Company operating more than 30 mins
Company performing CPR
ETA from ems reports no unit available
Can you give oxygen to someone with a DNR?
Yes. DNR is only an order not to perform CPR
Do we obey a Nursing home DNR?
Yes.
Does a DNR need to have a current date for us to follow it?
No
Do we follow a “Living Will” ?
Or a “Heath care proxy”?
No
And
No, both are not valid in a pre-hospital setting
Can HTs be immersed In Liquid to Decon them?
Yes
Who is contacted for collection of contaminated uniforms and PPE?
SOC
A defibrillator that displays a flashing black hourglass in the upper right hand corner is…?
Operational and ready for use
A defibrillator that emits a flashing or solid red X and/ or emits a chirping sound indicates that the defibrillator is…?
Not ready for use and should be exchanged at the depot
Upon return to quarters after a company applies the AED to a patient and turns it on, they should…?
Fax original part 1 of PCR to OMA immediately.
Remove data card, put in envelope with copy of PCR. the serial number of module should be on PCR . Exchange it for a new one at the CFR depot.
(The depot will then ensure the identity of the depot is on the envelope an forward it to OMA)
Can expired defibrillator pads be used?
No
Date is on the lower left of packet
What do you do if a defibrillator malfunctions?
Defibrillator, data cards,battery, and pads remain together. Place them in a double sealed plastic bag with a rt2 and an unusual occurrence report, and a copy of the PCR and notify tech services forthwith
How many blankets should CFRD units carry on the apparatus at all times?
2
The PCR is a three part form. Where does part one go?( the original)
Forwarded to OMA through the bag by the end of each tour
The PCR is a three part form. Where does part two go?
It is retained at quarters
The PCR is a three part form. Where does part three go?
It is given to ems unit at scene if completed, if not, forwarded with original to OMA
Who completes the PCR?
Who is responsible for its accuracy?
A CFRD member
The officer
CUPS status:
Severe pain in any area of the body
Potentially unstable
CUPS status:
Poor general impression
Unstable
CUPS status:
Receiving CPR.
Critical
CUPS status:
In respiratory arrest
Critical
CUPS status:
Severe chest pain, systolic BP of less than 100mmHg
Potentially unstable
CUPS status:
Pale skin or other signs of poor perfusion (shock)
Potentially unstable
CUPS status:
Responsive but unable to follow commands
Unstable
CUPS status:
Unresponsive with no gag reflexes
Unstable
CUPS status:
Difficulty breathing
Unstable
CUPS status:
Complicated childbirth
Potentially unstable
CUPS status:
Uncontrolled bleeding
Potentially unstable
CUPS status:
Minor isolated injury
Stable
CUPS status:
Difficulty breathing
Unstable
CUPS status:
Patient receiving life sustaining ventilatory support
Critical
CUPS status:
Inability to move any part of the body
Potentially unstable
What info should companies requesting an ambulance provide to the dispatcher for relay to EMS?
Cups status Age Chief complaint If CPR initiated Pulse and respiratory rate
T or F, if a patient is critical or potentially unstable, packaging efforts must begin immediately while treating life threats.
False, critical or unstable
Who switches to channel 10 at a CFR assignment?
How long do they remain on channel 10?
A member designated by the officer
Until the CFR unit leaves the scene
If a CFRD company has contaminated infectious waste at the scene of an EMS incident, what should they do with it?
Give the red bagged infectious waste to FDNY EMS command personnel at the scene of department operations.
If they are not present, bring it to quarters to be placed in the infectious waste container in light traffic area.
When a units infectious waste container is full and the red bag needs to be disposed of, what is the procedure?
Drop off to CFRD depot
Depot officer contacts solid waste technologies
In the event of a missed pickup, contact the resource center
How do you make a correction on a PCR?
Place a single line through the word to be corrected, and write the corrected info above the word to be corrected.
correct a darkened circle on a PCR, by placing a line through it, selecting the correct section, and initialing above it.
What is the “vehicle ID” on a PCR?
Enter the number of the company that responds to the call preceded by: '5' for an engine '7' for a ladder '8' for a squad '10' for a rescue company
What is the ‘agency’ when filling out a PCR?
Enter FDNY code 0167
What is ‘agency name’ when filling out a PCR ?
FDNY
What is the ‘location code’ or ‘mileage’ when filling out a PCR?
They are both left blank
