Homework transport operations Flashcards
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Disinfection
Killing of pathogenic agents by direct application of chemicals
Sterilization
Removes all microbial contamination
Modern ambulances are designed according to strict government regulations based on _________
NFPA
The type ____ ambulance is a standard van with forward control integral cab body
II
Suction Units carried on ambulances must be powerful enough to generate a vacuum of ___ mmHg when the tube is clamped
300
When attached to an O2 supply with an O2 reservoir in place a bag-mask device can supply almost ___% O2
100%
The ____ phase may be the most dangerous part of a call
en route
Specialized siren emits low-frequency sound waves that may penetrate vehicles more effectively than traditional sirens
Rumbler
True or False -
Always approach the helicopter from the front
True
True or False -
Fixed-wing air ambulances are generally used for short-haul pt transfers
False
True or False -
A 100x100 ft landing site is recommended for EMS helicopters
True
What is the name of the kid that is portable and contains items that are used in the initial 5 minutes of care
Jump Kit
Ambulance call phases
1) Preparation
2) dispatch
3) en route
4) Arrival
5) transfer of pt
6) en route
7) Delivery
8) route to station
9) Postrun
describe the types of ambulance designs
type 1 - chassis modular ambulance body
type 2 - standard van
type 3- specialty van cab
3 basic principles that govern warning lights and sirens
true emergency call by protocol
audible and visual warnings used together
safety of others
four guidelines for safe ambulance driving
knowing vehicle and opperation
always driving defensively
avoid 1 way streets
go with flow of traffic
