EMS Operations

Question 1

Best way to lift patient lying on stretcher

Answer 1

• Bend at the knees
• Keep back in locked position
• Keep patient’s weight as close to the body as possible
• lifting with palms upwards
• Keep legs shoulder width apart

Question 2

Special reporting situation

Answer 2

Definition: Special situation reports are used to document events that should be reported to local authorities or to amplify and supplement a primary report.

Examples: Mass casualty incidents, gunshot wounds, animal bites, specific infectious diseases, suspected physical and sexual abuse

Question 3

Standard of care

Answer 3

Acceptable practice of care for a given situation if someone of equal training was to face the same situation

Question 4

Duty to act

Answer 4

Responsibility to provide patient care

Question 5

Scope of practice

Answer 5

Defines what is legally permitted for some or all licensed individuals at that level

Question 6

What are the four factors that must be proven to determine negligence

Answer 6

Duty
Breach of duty
Damages
Causation

Question 7

What are the organizational sections of the Incident Command Center and what does it ensure

Answer 7

Operations
Planning
Logistics
Finance

Ensures responder and public safety, achieves incident management goals, and efficiently uses resources.

Question 8

Advance directive orders

Answer 8

Written document detailing, the accepted medical treatment for a competent patient, should they be unable to make their own decisions

Question 9

What are the conditions that must be met for a DNR to be valid

Answer 9

1. Must contain the signature of the patient or the legal guardian
2. the signature of a physician or a licensed health care provider
3. a clear and concise statement of the patient’s medical problem(s),

Question 10

What is the cushion of safety

Answer 10

This is referred to as safe distance between emergency vehicle and vehicle driving in front of it.

Defined as driving 4 to 5 seconds behind vehicle traveling at the same speed.

Question 11

What guidelines does the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provide for emergency medical services (EMS)?

Answer 11

Guidelines for EMS educational standards

Question 12

What are three examples of an advance directive

Answer 12

Do not resuscitate
Living will
Durable power of attorney

Question 13

What does the Command Staff of the Incident Command System

Answer 13

Public information officer, Safety Officer, and Liaison officer