Communication Theory in EMST 118-B01 Lecture Notes

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What is the correct order of the communication process?

Receiving, transmitting, encoding, decoding

Decoding, receiving, encoding, transmitting

Transmitting, encoding, decoding, receiving

Encoding, transmitting, receiving, decoding (correct)

What is the primary goal of Crew Resource Management (CRM)?

Improving response times

Ensuring individual recognition

Minimizing equipment costs

Enhancing communication and teamwork to reduce errors (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective communication mentioned in the text?

Cultural differences (correct)

Impaired vision or hearing

Operability issues with technology

Language barriers

Why might EMS providers need to adjust their communication styles according to the text?

To overcome communication barriers within EMS systems Signup and view all the answers

What does the dispatching process entail according to the text?

Routing calls to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Signup and view all the answers

Which frequency bands do EMS typically operate in according to the text?

Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) bands Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Transceivers mentioned in the text?

Containing both transmitters and receivers Signup and view all the answers

What concept aims to address terminology differences, operability issues, and communication system failures within EMS systems?

Crew Resource Management (CRM) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of base station radios?

They have limited range Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of trunked radio systems?

To provide a digital network for voice and data transmission Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of Geographic Information System (GIS) in EMS?

Transmitting physiological data remotely Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of telemedicine in EMS?

To allow secure transmission of audio, video, and vital signs for remote medical consultation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a technique for developing rapport with patients?

Obtaining offline authorization for EMS procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of medical control in EMS?

To involve offline and online authorization and instruction for EMS procedures and treatments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a technique for therapeutic communication in EMS?

Establishing interoperability standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of radio systems in EMS?

To facilitate communication between EMS personnel and dispatch Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of radio system mentioned in the text?

Fiber optic Signup and view all the answers

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