Final Flashcards
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What is the primary goal of the coordinated network of emergency services?
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- What is the first step in the emergency response process?
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3
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- List the levels of emergency medical providers in order from entry-level to the most advanced.
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4
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- Where are the restricted activities for each level of emergency provider found?
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5
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- What distinguishes a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) from an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP)?
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6
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- Why is citizen recognition and activation critical in the emergency response process?
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7
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- How do different levels of paramedic providers collaborate in a medical emergency?
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8
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- What does the term ‘Scope of Practice’ refer to in paramedic care?
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9
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- How is a paramedic’s Scope of Practice determined?
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10
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- What levels of government define Scope of Practice for paramedics?
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11
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- What is Direct Medical Control
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and how is it typically delivered?
12
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- In what types of scenarios is Direct Medical Control most commonly required?
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13
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- Why is real-time physician guidance sometimes necessary during an EMS call?
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14
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- What is Indirect Medical Control
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and how does it differ from Direct Medical Control?
15
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- List and describe the three primary components of Indirect Medical Control.
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16
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- How do standing orders improve response time for paramedics?
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17
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- Why are Clinical Practice Guidelines important in EMS care?
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18
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- What is Medical Oversight
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and what does it include?
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- How does Medical Oversight contribute to maintaining patient care standards?
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20
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- Why is protocol development critical in EMS services?
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21
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- Describe how a medical director influences both Direct and Indirect Medical Control.
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22
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- Describe quality assurance and improvement
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23
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- What is the purpose of Clinical Audits in EMS care?
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24
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- How do Feedback Mechanisms improve EMS provider performance?
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25
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- Why are Training Updates essential for quality assurance in EMS?
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26
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- How does Patient Outcome Tracking contribute to improving EMS practices?
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27
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- What strategies can EMS providers use to implement quality improvement effectively?
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28
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Module 2: The Well-Being of the Paramedic
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30
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- What are the four main components of wellbeing?
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31
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- How does physical wellbeing contribute to overall health in EMS providers?
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32
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- What strategies can EMS providers use to maintain mental wellbeing?
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33
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- Why is emotional wellbeing crucial in high-stress environments like EMS?
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34
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- How can spiritual wellbeing positively impact paramedics’ resilience and mental health?
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35
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- Exercise should target these three areas?
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36
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- What part of the brain controls circadian rhythms?
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37
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- What role do circadian rhythms play in regulating our internal clocks?
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38
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- How can shift work impact circadian rhythms
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and what effects can this have on EMS providers?
39
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- What strategies can EMS providers use to minimize the negative effects of disrupted circadian rhythms?
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40
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- What strategies can EMS providers use to minimize total body lifts?
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41
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- Why is it important to coordinate every lift during patient handling?
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42
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- What is the safest body posture to maintain when lifting heavy objects?
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43
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- Why should EMS providers avoid lifting with their back?
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44
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- What role does proper leg positioning play in injury prevention during lifts?
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45
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- What equipment can EMS providers use to reduce manual lifting?
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46
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- When should EMS providers ask for assistance during patient handling?
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47
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- What is the fight-or-flight response
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and how does it affect the body?
48
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- How does the fight-or-flight response increase sympathetic tone?
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49
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- What physiological changes occur during the fight-or-flight response?
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50
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- How can EMS providers manage the physical and mental strain caused by fight-or-flight activation?
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51
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- What is Eustress
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and how is it different from Distress?
52
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- Provide an example of a situation where Eustress can be beneficial.
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53
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- How does Eustress contribute to personal growth and performance?
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54
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- What are the potential long-term effects of Distress on physical and mental health?
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55
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- What are common physical symptoms associated with Distress?
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56
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- Can Eustress become Distress if not managed properly? Explain.
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57
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- How do paramedics typically respond to the stress of emergency situations?
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58
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- What are some common emotional reactions paramedics may experience in response to the demands of a patient in an emergency?
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59
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- How can anxiety affect a paramedic’s performance during life-threatening emergencies?
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60
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- How might paramedics cope with stress when dealing with particularly traumatic or emotionally challenging calls?
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61
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- Why are healthcare professionals
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including paramedics
62
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- How can long-term exposure to stress in emergency medical services (EMS) affect a paramedic’s physical and mental health?
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63
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- What is “burnout
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” and how can it impact paramedics and other healthcare professionals in high-stress environments?
64
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- What are the signs and symptoms of burnout in paramedics?
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65
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- How can paramedics maintain emotional resilience and prevent the negative effects of chronic stress?
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66
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- What support systems or coping mechanisms are essential for paramedics to effectively deal with stress from emergency situations?
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67
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- What role does peer support and team dynamics play in reducing stress among paramedics?
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68
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- What is the difference between diffusing and debriefing in the context of stress management for paramedics?
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69
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- How does a debriefing session help paramedics process and manage stress after a traumatic incident?
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70
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- What role does Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) play in supporting paramedics after a critical event?
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71
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- Explain the concept of “diffusing” as a way to provide immediate emotional support after a traumatic call.
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72
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- How can CISM help paramedics recognize and manage the signs of critical stress injuries (CSI)?
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73
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- Who typically leads a debriefing session
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and what is the structure of the session?
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- What are the benefits of team-based debriefing versus individual debriefing for paramedics dealing with stress?
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75
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- What is the timeline for conducting a debriefing or diffusing session after a traumatic call
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and why is timing important?
76
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- What is a Critical Stress Injury (CSI)
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and how does it differ from regular stress reactions?
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- How can paramedics recognize the symptoms of a Critical Stress Injury (CSI) in themselves or their colleagues?
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78
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- What are some common signs and symptoms of PTSD in paramedics after repeated exposure to traumatic incidents?
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79
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- How does PTSD affect a paramedic’s ability to perform their duties
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and what long-term consequences can result from untreated PTSD?
80
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- What are the key differences between Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
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81
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- How do Critical Stress Injuries (CSI) contribute to the development of PTSD if not addressed properly?
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82
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- What are the available treatment options for paramedics dealing with PTSD or critical stress injuries?
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83
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- Why is it important for paramedics to seek professional help if they suspect they are experiencing PTSD or a critical stress injury?
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84
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- How can paramedics support one another in preventing or managing PTSD and CSI within their teams?
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85
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- What role does family and social support play in the recovery of paramedics from PTSD or critical stress injuries?
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86
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- What are the 5 stages of the grieving process
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87
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- What is the stage of denial in the grieving process
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and how does it manifest emotionally and behaviorally?
88
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- How can healthcare professionals support individuals who are in the denial stage of grief?
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89
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- What characterizes the anger stage of grief
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and why do individuals often feel anger after experiencing a loss?
90
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- Explain the bargaining stage of grief and how individuals may attempt to make deals or bargains to reverse or alleviate their loss.
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91
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- What are the common emotional and physical signs of the depression stage of grief?
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92
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- What does acceptance mean in the context of the grieving process
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and how does it manifest in individuals?
93
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- What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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and why is it important in healthcare settings?
94
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- What are the main types of PPE used by paramedics and healthcare professionals?
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95
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- What is Body Substance Isolation (BSI)
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and how does it differ from standard precautions?
96
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- What is the most frequent cause of bloodborne infections in healthcare settings?
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97
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- How can needle-stick injuries be prevented in healthcare environments?
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98
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- What safety measures should be taken when handling sharps to avoid injury?
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99
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- What steps should be followed if a needle-stick injury occurs?
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100
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- What actions should EMS personnel take if they are under fire while on scene?
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101
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- What is the difference between “cover” and “concealment” in terms of protecting oneself from gunfire?
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102
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- What types of structures can provide proper cover for EMS personnel during an active shooter situation?
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103
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- Why are engine blocks and wheel areas considered effective cover when dealing with gunfire from a vehicle?
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104
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- What strategies should EMS personnel use when navigating an area with limited cover
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such as an open field or an urban setting with little shelter?
105
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- Why is it important for EMS personnel to constantly reassess their safety and escape routes when under fire?
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106
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- How should EMS personnel approach patient care during an active shooter situation while ensuring their own safety?
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107
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- What are the three zones in a hazardous materials incident
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and what is the function of each zone?
108
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- How should you manage the cold
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warm
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- Where should EMS personnel stage during a hazardous materials incident
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and why is this location important?
110
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- What are the primary goals for EMS personnel in the cold
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warm
111
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- How is decontamination performed at a hazardous materials incident
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and who is responsible for overseeing it?
112
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- What are some common methods of decontaminating both patients and responders in a hazardous materials incident?
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113
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- What are the effects of exposure to hazardous materials on the human body
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and how can they vary depending on the substance?
114
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- How should you manage patients exposed to hazardous materials in terms of their immediate care and transport?
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115
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- What is secondary contamination in a hazardous materials incident
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and when does it occur?
116
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- What steps can EMS personnel take to prevent secondary contamination when responding to a hazardous materials incident?
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117
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- In the event of a terrorist attack involving hazardous materials
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what key observations should EMS personnel make when arriving on the scene?
118
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- What are the common signs and symptoms that could indicate a hazardous materials exposure during a terrorist attack?
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119
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- What is the role of a hazardous materials technician in the context of a hazardous materials incident?
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120
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- How does the role of a hazardous materials technician differ from that of an EMS responder during a hazardous materials incident?
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121
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- When providing rehabilitation care for rescuers after a hazardous materials response
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what actions should EMS personnel routinely take to ensure their well-being?
122
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- How should EMS personnel monitor and assess the health and safety of themselves and other first responders during a hazardous materials incident?
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123
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- What personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for EMS personnel when responding to a hazardous materials incident
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and how should it be used?
124
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- How should you prioritize the safety of EMS personnel and patients when hazardous materials are involved in an emergency?
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125
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- What are some key considerations when planning for mass decontamination in a hazardous materials or terrorist attack scenario?
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126
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- How can EMS responders coordinate with fire
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law enforcement
127
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- Explain the differences between gamma
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alpha and beta rays?
128
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Module 3: Research in EMS
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130
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- What is bias
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and how can it impact paramedic decision-making and patient care?
131
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- Why is it important for paramedics to be aware of their own biases when providing patient care?
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132
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- How does unconscious bias affect the diagnosis and treatment of patients in emergency medical services?
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133
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Module 4: Alberta College of Paramedics
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Ethics & Medical and Legal Roles
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135
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- What is the definition of ethics
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and why is it important in healthcare?
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- How do ethics guide behavior in both professional and personal settings
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particularly in healthcare?
137
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- Why is it essential for healthcare professionals to adhere to ethical standards in patient care?
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138
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- What are the four key ethical principles in healthcare
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and how do they apply to paramedicine?
139
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- How does the principle of autonomy affect a paramedic’s interactions with patients?
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140
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- What is beneficence
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and how does it guide decision-making in patient care?
141
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- How does non-maleficence influence the actions of healthcare professionals to avoid causing harm to patients?
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142
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- What does justice mean in healthcare
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and how can paramedics ensure fair and equal treatment for all patients?
143
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- What is confidentiality
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and why is it a cornerstone of ethical healthcare practice?
144
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- How should paramedics handle patient information to ensure confidentiality is maintained?
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145
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- What are the legal and ethical consequences of breaching patient confidentiality?
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146
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- What is the difference between informed consent and implied consent in healthcare settings?
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147
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- Why is obtaining informed consent crucial before administering treatment or care?
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148
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- In what situations might implied consent be used
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and why is it important in urgent or emergency scenarios?
149
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- What is non-involuntary consent
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and how is it typically applied in paramedic practice?
150
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- Under what circumstances might permission be granted by law enforcement or a legal guardian for treatment?
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152
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- What are the basic patient rights in healthcare
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and how should paramedics respect and uphold these rights?
153
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- What should paramedics do if a patient wishes to refuse treatment
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and how can they ensure the patient’s decision is respected?
154
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- How can a paramedic be involved in a civil lawsuit for negligence? Provide an example.
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155
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- What are some common scenarios where paramedics may face civil legal claims?
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156
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- What is the difference between civil law and criminal law in Canada?
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157
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- What is criminal law
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and how does it apply to paramedics?
158
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- How does the legal concept of “duty of care” apply to paramedics under both civil and criminal law?
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159
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- Who is the plaintiff in a legal case
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and what role do they play in a lawsuit?
160
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- Who is the defendant in a legal case
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and what is their role in the legal proceedings?
161
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- What is the purpose of the Traffic Safety Act (TSA) in Alberta
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and why is it important for road safety?
162
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- What vehicles are considered “emergency vehicles” under the Traffic Safety Act in Alberta?
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163
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- What rights do emergency vehicles have under the Traffic Safety Act when responding to an emergency?
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164
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- What is the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACP)
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and what is its role in the regulation of paramedic practice in Alberta?
165
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- What are the continuing education requirements for paramedics in Alberta to maintain their professional standing?
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166
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Module 5: Illness and Injury Prevention
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168
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- What is primary injury prevention
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and how does it aim to reduce the occurrence of injury?
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- What are some examples of primary injury prevention strategies used in paramedicine?
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170
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- How can paramedics contribute to primary injury prevention in their community?
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171
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Definitions:
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Abandonment
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Ethics
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Advanced directive
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Empathy
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Autonomy
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Justice
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Beneficence
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libel
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Bio ethics
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Morality
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Circadian rhythms
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negligence
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Code of conduct
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Non maleficence
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Compassion
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Patient care report
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Competence
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Power of Attorney
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Consent
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Power of attorney
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Defamation
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Professionalism
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Digression.
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Projection.
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Displacement.
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Regression.
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Duties
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Scope of practice
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Example Materials
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Placard Description
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269
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- Describe what it means to be a Primary Care Paramedic in the profession of Paramedicine.
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270
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- Using the four aspects of bioethics
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discuss your view on the following:
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You respond to a call for a patient experiencing ILI symptoms
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during the history taking you discover the patient has not been vaccinated for COVID-19. Does this patient deserve to be treated differently than a patient who received the vaccination?
