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