Chapter 1: EMS Systems

Question 1

Levels of Training

Answer 1

EMR, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic

Question 2

Star of Life

Answer 2

Symbol represents EMS
6 Bars: Detection, Reporting, Response, On-Scene Care, Care in Transit, Transfer to Definitive Care

Question 3

History of EMS

Answer 3

Provided care in WW1
WW2 trained to bring wounded to aid stations
1960s and 1970s began with hearses and police departments
1966 original start with publication of The White Paper
1971 published first EMT textbook

Question 4

EMS Agenda for the Future

Answer 4

National review of all aspects of EMS
Goal to establish more consistent system across the US

Question 5

14 Components of Agenda for the Future

Answer 5

Public Access
Clinical Care
Medical Direction
Integration of Health Services
Information Systems
Prevention
EMS Research
Communication Systems
Human Resources
Legislation and Regulation
Evaluation
System Finance
Public Education
Education Systems