Operations Exam Study Guide ? - Legal

Question 1

List the criteria for not providing any interventions or CPR in a patient

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Question 2

Define a do NoT Resuscitate Order, who might have one, and how it impacts the care provided by an EMT

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DNR orders give you permission not to attempt resuscitation

Question 3

Describe when an EMT would not follow the direction provided by a Do Not Resuscitate Order

Answer 3

If you consider there to be something wrong with the DNR

In some states DNR orders contain an expiration date so if out of date don’t follow
If there is no Physician signature. No Signature of patient. Clear statement of the patients medical problems

Question 4

List and define the types of consent

Answer 4

Expressed Consent. Verbally acknowledges that he or she wants you to provide care or transport.
Informed Consent. You have explained the nature of the treatment being offered, along with risks, benefits and alternatives to treatment as well as potential consequences of refusing treatment.

Question 5

Describe the techniques the EMT can employ when a patient does not wish to receive care

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Question 6

Describe what criteria must be met prior to having a patient refuse care

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Question 7

Describe definitive care and how it relates to the EMT

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Question 8

Define the best defense an EMT can have when going to court

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Question 9

Define the CHART and SOAP documentation methods

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Question 10

Differentiate certification from Licensure

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Question 11

Contrast Libel and Slander

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Question 12

Describe the process for correcting or modifying a handwritten patient care report

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