ch38 (transport operations) Flashcards

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air ambulances

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helicopters that have been modified for medical care
-used to evacuate patients with life-threatening injuries to treatment facilities

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ambulance

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a specialized vehicle for treating and transporting sick and injured patients

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blind spots

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

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cleaning

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

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CPR board

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

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cushion of safety

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a safe distance between your vehicle and vehicles around you

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decontaminate

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to remove or neutralize radiation, chemical, or other hazardous material from clothing, equipment, etc.

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disinfection

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the killing of pathogenic agents by direct application of chemicals

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first-responder vehicles

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

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high-level disinfection

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the killing of pathogenic agents by using potent means of disinfection

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hydroplaning

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occurs when the tires fo a vehicle are lifted off the road surface because of water

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jump kit

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

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medevac

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a person who assists a driver in backing up an ambulance to help adjust for blind spots at the back of the vehicle

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star of life

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6 pointed star emblem that identifies vehicles that are ambulances

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sterilization

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a process such as heating that removed microbial contamination

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type I ambulance

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conventional, truck cab-chassis with a modular ambulance body that can be transferred to answer chassis as needed

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type II ambulance

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standard van, forward-control integral cab-body ambulance