Chapter 12 Flashcards
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Mechanism of injury
MOI
A
That factors and forces that cause traumatic injury
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Index of suspicion
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An anticipation that certain types off accidents and mechanisms will produce specific types of injuries
2
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Medical
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Concerning illness
3
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Nature of illness
NOI
A
The type of medical condition or complaint a patient is suffering from
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Personal protective equipment
A
Equipment worn to protect against injury and disease
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Scene safety
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Steps taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the EMT, his partners, patients, and bystanders
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Scene size up
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An assessment of the scene for safety hazards and to determine the nature of the patient’s problem and the number of patients
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Trauma
A
Concerning injury
