Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District Quality Assurance Program Quiz
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Who approves the Lee County Common Treatment Guidelines?

  • Lee County Medical Association
  • Emergency Medical Review Committee
  • Medical Care Council (correct)
  • Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District
  • What is the purpose of the EMS Quality Assurance Program?

  • To conduct medical research
  • To manage emergency response teams
  • To review administrative procedures
  • To improve patient care and treatment (correct)
  • Who supervises all medical care and treatment rendered by the BSFC&RD?

  • Medical Director and his/her designee (correct)
  • Emergency Medical Review Committee
  • Lee County Medical Care Council
  • Lee County Common Treatment Guidelines
  • What is included in the SOG according to the text?

    <p>All EMTs and paramedics operating within the suppression division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for reviewing all completed patient care reports?

    <p>Company Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring that the Standard of Care is being followed during field observations?

    <p>Shift Battalion Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may convene the Emergency Medical Review Committee for Quality Assurance (QA) reviews?

    <p>Medical Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who ensures that Continuing Medical Education is provided to all EMTs and Paramedics?

    <p>Medical Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducts skill assessments and procedures for privileged EMTs and paramedics?

    <p>Medical Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for handling issues that may require disciplinary action?

    <p>EMS Deputy Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will review priority one calls, alerts, and cardiac arrests to ensure proper documentation and patient treatment?

    <p>EMS Deputy Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducts field observation of the emergency medical crews to ensure Standard of Care is being followed?

    <p>FTOs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may be part of the Emergency Medical Review Committee for Quality Assurance (QA) reviews?

    <p>Fire Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who provides Continuing Medical Education to all EMTs and Paramedics during each two-year recertification period?

    <p>Medical Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may conduct other training programs throughout the month for EMTs and Paramedics?

    <p>Medical Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will handle problems, sub-standard care, or neglect that require referral?

    <p>EMS Deputy Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the MERT response matrix dictate for all responses through Lee County dispatch?

    <p>A minimum of five (5) respondents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the responding units do if there is no response on the primary 'LG' channel?

    <p>Use VHF 21A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the Authority having Jurisdiction of all navigable waterways?

    <p>U.S.C.G.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the first responding unit 'on scene' do?

    <p>Establish Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the event of a man overboard or other surface search operation, who will command search operations?

    <p>The Coast Guard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of foam should marine units use for fire suppression?

    <p>AFFF foam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should marine units do if they run out of AFFF foam during fire suppression?

    <p>Continue fire suppression using AFFF until fire is extinguished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be coordinated through MERT representatives under the Lee County Fire Chiefs Association prior to submission?

    <p>WCIND grant requests for vessels or equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the option to transfer command to another respondent on scene?

    <p>Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Command have the option to establish depending on the location of the incident?

    <p>Shore based</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should all MERT personnel involved in hazardous operations do prior to entering into the operation?

    <p>Identify themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coordinates with the U.S.C.G., LCSO, and FWC all aspects of returning the scene to its original condition?

    <p>Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should marine assets responding to fires on barrier islands do based on availability and vessel size?

    <p>Take extra hose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be utilized by many of the MERT participants and coordinated through MERT representatives under the Lee County Fire Chiefs Association prior to submission?

    <p>WCIND grant funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the EMS Quality Assurance Program?

    <p>To ensure Standard of Care is being followed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done in the event of a non-emergent call?

    <p>At least one and preferably two units should respond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Approval and Oversight

    • The Lee County Common Treatment Guidelines are approved by a designated oversight authority.
    • Medical care and treatment rendered by the BSFC&RD is supervised by the Medical Director.

    Quality Assurance Program

    • The EMS Quality Assurance Program aims to ensure high standards of emergency medical service delivery.
    • It includes reviews of patient care reports and protocols to maintain and improve service quality.

    Reviews and Reporting

    • Completed patient care reports are reviewed by the Quality Assurance Committee.
    • Field observations for compliance with the Standard of Care are ensured by designated Quality Assurance personnel.

    Committees and Education

    • The Emergency Medical Review Committee for Quality Assurance (QA) can be convened by the Medical Director.
    • Continuing Medical Education (CME) provision for EMTs and paramedics is the responsibility of the training division.

    Training and Assessments

    • Skill assessments and procedures for privileged EMTs and paramedics are conducted periodically.
    • Ongoing training programs may be conducted by designated training officers throughout the month.

    Addressing Issues

    • Issues requiring disciplinary actions are handled by a specific supervisory committee.
    • Priority one calls, alerts, and cardiac arrests are reviewed to ensure proper documentation and treatment.

    Incident Response Protocols

    • Field observations of emergency medical crews are crucial for ensuring the Standard of Care.
    • Members of the Emergency Medical Review Committee (QA) may include various qualified individuals within the EMS.

    Communication and Operations

    • MERT response matrix dictates operational responses through Lee County dispatch.
    • If there is no response on the primary 'LG' channel, secondary communication methods should be employed.

    Command and Control

    • The Authority Having Jurisdiction oversees all navigable waterways for safety and compliance.
    • The first responding unit on scene must assess and secure the scene, providing initial care as necessary.

    Specialized Operations

    • In man overboard or surface search operations, a specific commander is designated to lead the search.
    • Marine units should employ AFFF foam for fire suppression and have protocols for running out of this resource.

    Coordination and Compliance

    • All operational aspects regarding hazardous environments must be coordinated with relevant agencies and organizations.
    • Marine assets responding to barrier island fires should follow guidelines based on their size and availability.

    Operational Guidelines

    • Before entering hazardous operations, all MERT personnel must receive proper training and briefing.
    • Non-emergent calls should be managed according to established protocols to maintain resource efficiency.

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