Chapter 37: Transport Operations Flashcards
Fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters that have been modified for medical care; used to evacuate and transport patients with life-threatening injuries to treatment facilities
air ambulances
A specialized vehicle for treating and transporting sick and injured patients
ambulance
Areas of the road that are blocked from your sight by your own vehicle or mirrors
blind spots
The process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface
cleaning
A device that provides a firm surface under the patient’s torso
CPR board
Keeping a safe distance between your vehicle and other vehicles on any side of you
cushion of safety
To remove or neutralize radiation, chemical, or other hazardous material from clothing, equipment, vehicles, and personnel
decontaminate
The killing of pathogenic agents by direct application of chemicals
disinfection
specialized vehicles used to transport EMS equipment and personnel to the scenes of medical emergencies
first-responder vehicles
The killing of pathogenic agents by using potent means of disinfection
high-level disinfection
A condition in which the tires of a vehicle may be lifted off the road surface as water “piles up” under them, making the vehicle feel as though it is floating
hydroplaning
A portable kit containing items that are used in the initial care of the patient
jump kit
Medical evacuation of a patient by helicopter
medivac
A person who assists a driver in backing up an ambulance to compensate for blind spots at the back of the vehicle
spotter
The six-pointed star that identifies vehicles that meet federal specifications as licensed or certified ambulances
Star of Life
